This video explains theories of nature that help to relieve and prevent stress. These include Prospect Refuge Theory, which explains how we psychologically feel safer in verdant areas; Smart Senses Theory, which suggests that our primary senses are attuned to natural forms; and Attention Restoration Theory, which says that natural settings help to restore our focus and attention by eliciting fascination.
Key learning objectives:
Understand how nature helps to relieve and prevent stress
What is Prospect Refuge Theory?
What is Smart Senses Theory?
What is Attention Restoration Theory?