Becoming nature: effects of embodying a tree in immersive virtual reality on nature relatedness [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2022 The potential of using immersive virtual reality (iVR) technologies to enhance nature relatedness by embodying non-human beings, such as plants or animals, is only sparsely researched.
Pia Spangenberger +2 more
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Nature relatedness, flow experience, and environmental behaviors in nature-based leisure activities [PDF]
Frontiers in PsychologyIntroductionThrough nature-based leisure activities, spending time in nature offers opportunities to reduce stress, relax the mind, and enhance feelings of well-being.
Andaç Akçakese +9 more
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The NR-6: A new brief measure of nature relatedness [PDF]
Frontiers in Psychology, 2013 The construct of (dis)connection with nature or 'nature relatedness' has become increasingly useful in the study of environmental behaviour as well as psychological health and well-being.
Elizabeth K. Nisbet, John M. Zelenski
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The Relationship between the Physical Activity Environment, Nature Relatedness, Anxiety, and the Psychological Well-being Benefits of Regular Exercisers [PDF]
Frontiers in Psychology, 2017 Research from a variety of scientific fields suggests that physical activity in nature and feelings of connection to nature enhance psychological health and well-being.
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Translation and validation of the Nature Relatedness Scale to German [PDF]
Frontiers in PsychologyOver the recent past, tools have been developed to asses people's connection to and attitudes towards nature due to increasing interest in this topic in society and research.
Viviane Gallus +4 more
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COVID-19: A crisis or fortune? Examining the relationship between nature relatedness and mental wellbeing during the pandemic [PDF]
Heliyon, 2022 With the progression of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), lockdowns were introduced, movements were restricted, and the people were confined to their homes.
Prasath Selvaraj +3 more
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Nature relatedness as a potential factor to promote physical activity and reduce sedentary behavior in Ecuadorian children. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2021 BackgroundNature relatedness can be associated with health-related outcomes. This study aims to evaluate the associations of nature relatedness with physical activity and sedentary behavior.MethodsA cross-sectional study involving 9-12 year old children ...
María José Molina-Cando +11 more
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Nature-Based Physical Activity and Hedonic and Eudaimonic Wellbeing: The Mediating Roles of Motivational Quality and Nature Relatedness [PDF]
Frontiers in Psychology, 2022 The current study evaluated the degree to which nature-based physical activity (NPA) influenced two distinct types of psychological wellbeing: hedonic wellbeing and eudaimonic wellbeing.
Matthew Jenkins +5 more
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The relationship between nature relatedness and anxiety. [PDF]
Journal of Health Psychology, 2016 This study investigated the relationship between anxiety and feelings of being connected to nature. Two standardised self-report scales, the Nature Relatedness Scale and the State Trait Inventory for Cognitive and Somatic Anxiety, were used in tandem ...
Brymer, E, Martyn, P
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Diet Quality is Positively Associated With Nature Relatedness in a U.S. Population: A Pilot Study [PDF]
Preventive Medicine ReportsBackground: Sustainable dietary practices can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote planetary health. The importance of investigating how to promote sustainable dietary practices is therefore crucial.
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