Recognising the advantages of connecting with nature there is a growing trend, in using Nature-based Interventions (NBIs) to enhance health and well-being. These interventions, such as prescriptions and urban green spaces aim to tackle the issues brought about by urbanisation and modern lifestyles by rekindling the bond between individuals and the natural world. In today’s society, where city life and environmental deterioration limit chances for encounters NBIs have become increasingly important. These interventions involve changing environments through features like hospital gardens and city parks as influencing behaviours through structured programs like wilderness therapy and forest schools. These methods have successfully improved mental and social well-being. For example, green prescriptions that recommend spending time in nature as part of treatment have shown effectiveness in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety. Similarly, wilderness therapy has boosted resilience and mental health among youth populations while forest schools have nurtured development in children. The implementation of NBIs varies across regions due to economic factors. While some areas have a standing tradition of integrating nature into life others encounter obstacles due to urban limitations. Successful endeavors like Japan’s shinrin yoku practices showcase how engaging, with forests can contribute to health. Cities worldwide are improving spaces to address the lack of areas. While nature-based interventions (NBIs) are becoming popular some critics suggest they may be a passing trend, without evidence backing them. This underscores the importance of research to confirm the benefits of NBIs rather than just superficially addressing environmental concerns. The future success of NBIs depends on overcoming access barriers and filling research gaps to ensure that everyone, in marginalised communities can enjoy nature. In essence, NBIs provide an approach to improving health and well-being through natural qualities. Given the challenges in health and environmental issues, these initiatives play a role in building healthier and more interconnected societies. Research implementation efforts and policy backing are vital for NBIs to have an impact, in promoting resilient and healthy communities globally.

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Ecosystems and Human Health: The Impact of Nature-Based Interventions

  • Sanjay Vijayakumar,
  • Prateek Srivastava

摘要

Recognising the advantages of connecting with nature there is a growing trend, in using Nature-based Interventions (NBIs) to enhance health and well-being. These interventions, such as prescriptions and urban green spaces aim to tackle the issues brought about by urbanisation and modern lifestyles by rekindling the bond between individuals and the natural world. In today’s society, where city life and environmental deterioration limit chances for encounters NBIs have become increasingly important. These interventions involve changing environments through features like hospital gardens and city parks as influencing behaviours through structured programs like wilderness therapy and forest schools. These methods have successfully improved mental and social well-being. For example, green prescriptions that recommend spending time in nature as part of treatment have shown effectiveness in alleviating symptoms of depression and anxiety. Similarly, wilderness therapy has boosted resilience and mental health among youth populations while forest schools have nurtured development in children. The implementation of NBIs varies across regions due to economic factors. While some areas have a standing tradition of integrating nature into life others encounter obstacles due to urban limitations. Successful endeavors like Japan’s shinrin yoku practices showcase how engaging, with forests can contribute to health. Cities worldwide are improving spaces to address the lack of areas. While nature-based interventions (NBIs) are becoming popular some critics suggest they may be a passing trend, without evidence backing them. This underscores the importance of research to confirm the benefits of NBIs rather than just superficially addressing environmental concerns. The future success of NBIs depends on overcoming access barriers and filling research gaps to ensure that everyone, in marginalised communities can enjoy nature. In essence, NBIs provide an approach to improving health and well-being through natural qualities. Given the challenges in health and environmental issues, these initiatives play a role in building healthier and more interconnected societies. Research implementation efforts and policy backing are vital for NBIs to have an impact, in promoting resilient and healthy communities globally.