Nature makes us more sociable!

Arbuthnott learned via a literature review that “Nature exposure increases prosocial behavior, decreases antisocial behavior, and increases ratings of social connection and satisfaction. Prosocial and antisocial behavior effects are observed with brief nature exposure, both actual and virtual. Social connection effects are observed with long-term nature exposure, such as neighbourhood greenspace. . . .  As members of a social species, the quality of our interpersonal relationships and a general sense of connection to others are essential for overall health. Relationships…

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