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1	Nature and experience a radical approach to ecopsychology / Fisher, Andy. January 1999 (has links) Thesis (Ph. D.)--York University, 1999. Graduate Programme in Environmental Studies. / Typescript. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 305-343). Also available on the Internet. MODE OF ACCESS via web browser by entering the following URL: http://wwwlib.umi.com/cr/yorku/fullcit?pNQ56227.
2	Vandra i Alingsås : Potentialen för nya vandringsleder nära Alingsås tätort Fröjmark, Simon January 2015 (has links) The purpose of this study was to examine the possibilities of creating a trail near the town of Alingsås in southern sweden, preferably a round trip connecting all the 5 nature reserves that lies near town. The aim was to investigate the potential of an easily passable trail using mainly existing roads and trails, that at the same time, would pass many interesting nature areas around the town that could give the visitor nature experiences. Another aim was also to examine if there was any area fitting to create a shorter trail, about 10 kilometres long. The passability of trails connecting some of 42 pre-marked areas was studied together with examination of the nature types and the experience these gave in terms of natural and cultural experiences. The results showed that many trails east of the town was hard to pass and gave a low amount of experiences due to heavy forestry. But a few areas contained very high nature and culture experiences instead. Some passages through town gave good experiences but passages through industrial areas was also needed. Areas with good experiences was found south and southwest of the town. A proposal of a 35 kilometre trail connecting the 5 nature reserves was made, outruling some of the studied areas, but still having areas with good experiences. Passability studies showed that it was mostly easy to walk. Areas southwest of Alingsås was recommended for a shorter trail. trail passability nature experience urban nature hiking
3	Engrained Maas, Aaron Wayne 01 August 2018 (has links) No description available. Fine Arts
4	Nature experiences for human wellbeing and Human-Nature Connection Maekawa, Ikumi, Pålsson, Kajsa January 2023 (has links) Our contact with nature is decreasing in what has been referred to as the “extinction of experience”. Consequences of the loss of nature experiences are far-reaching and involve not only changes in health and wellbeing, but also changes emotions, attitudes, and behaviour towards nature. This research aims to fill a knowledge gap in understanding specific characteristics of nature experiences in relation to both a) generating human wellbeing, and b) improving Human-Nature Connection (HNC), defined as how people relate to nature. The aim is to increase our understanding of the characteristics of nature experiences that can achieve both of these positive outcomes. Furthermore, this research explores an organisational perspective through interviewing organisations that are currently incorporating or thinking to implement practices that include nature experiences. To address the main aim, an integrative literature review was conducted, and the results revealed that intentional contact, active engagement (specifically appreciative outdoor activities, cognitive engagement, cues, and direct earth contact), and biodiversity and wildness to be significant characteristics that positively impact human beings. Moreover, appreciative outdoor activities and cognitive engagement have been shown to be beneficial even when passive. In addition, there is some evidence that there is a link between HNC and wellbeing, which suggests that improving HNC would increase the wellbeing effects experienced by an individual during a nature experience. This knowledge is crucial for designing nature experiences that are able to more efficiently improve wellbeing, as well as improve HNC. Regarding the organisational perspective, a barrier that needs to be overcome is reaching an understanding of the benefits of such experiences, not only for the employees but for the business. One major opportunity identified is the hybrid working model, which allows employees to work remotely, and the possibility for the company to actively encourage its employees to experience nature. Human wellbeing Human-Nature Connection HNC Nature experience Characteristics of nature experience Organisations Annan geovetenskap och miljövetenskap
5	Naturupplevelse och psykisk hälsa : Hur påverkar naturupplevelser människor med stress- och utmattningssymtom / Nature experience and mental health : How do nature experiences influencepeople with stress and burnout symptome? Wiesiollek, Kathrin January 2013 (has links) Stress-related diseases in Sweden have doubled since 1997. Even longterm sickness related tostress has increased over the last decade. In future there is a need of alternative methods todecrease the amount of people being affected to gain a better population health. Natureassisted therapy (NAT) was shown to be a successful method as part of the therapy of stressand burnout likewise was nature an important factor to prevent people from mentaldisorders. The aim of this study was to analyse the latest research concearning nature and itshealth effects with focus on stress and burnout patients in order to plan health promotingactivities outdoors for these patients. Questions included in the study were what impact natureexperiences have apart from medical and psychotherapeutic methods and how natureexperiences do affect stress and burnout patients. The results show that viewing landscapes,rest activities in boreal environment (especially broad-leaved and pine forest), closeness towater and bright wide surroundings have positive effects on people with stress. There is theevidence that certain nature qualities can serve as resources for recovery from stress. Theycan also reduce the risk for gaining mental health. Nature experience is evoking a relaxingmechanism through the activation of the parasympathetic nerve system. For a longtermeffect affected patients do not only need to be shown meaningful activities outdoors but alsohas nature and outdoor activities to become a part of people’s everyday life. mental health and nature experience green care nature assisted therapy nature and health outdoor activities
6	Naturmöten i pedagogiska verksamheter Andersson, Karin January 2020 (has links) The general public´s everyday encounters with nature have radically changed during the 20th century in industrial countries. Our relation towards nature in relation to environmental challenges is an important educational question, and this thesis investigates encounters with nature in educational practice. More specifically the aims are to investigate (i) how encounters with nature has been legitimated in the national curricula of Swedish school, and (ii) meaning making processes within pedagogical encounters with nature. In relation to the first aim a discourse analytical reading of the national curricula in Sweden is conducted. The results show that a scientific perspective of encounters with nature has been dominating during the last hundred years in the national curricula. In recent years, it is also more instrumental encounters that are expressed in the curricula, while students’ personal experiences and feelings are not focused in current curricula. Paper II and III examine moral meaning making in three different educational practices – Outdoor Education Centres, All-Weather Outdoor Schools and the Radical Outdoor movement. A multidisciplinary method is used in paper II, LEDmodel (Landscape, Ethical and Didactical). Paper III is based on the ethical tendency and language-game analyses. The results from these studies show that the educational purpose have an impact on moral processes in relation to nature. When the purpose is related to scientific knowledge there is often an instrumental relation towards nature in contrast to encounters that are more open. Open encounters instead seem to create relations that are built on a sense of responsibility and empathy. The results show that relations are created in different ways where some are more personal and built on emotion when other emotions are more based on stated rules or norms. outdoor education curriculum nature experience moral meaning making moral relations Sport and Fitness Sciences Idrottsvetenskap
7	Can mindfulness enhance connectedness with nature? The case of in-depth nature experiences with adolescents McCloskey, Jake A. 03 May 2018 (has links) This thesis is an exploratory look into the use of mindfulness practice on in-depth nature experiences to determine if the practice has benefit to the participant, their outdoor experience, and overall connectedness with nature. An original research project examined three groups of adolescents from St. Michaels University School Outdoor Education program in Victoria, BC, Canada, as they hiked the Juan de Fuca trail. Two of the three groups undertook a simple mindfulness protocol to explore the outcomes. Based on participant-observation and interviews, mindfulness practice was determined to be a useful practice towards alleviating stress and anxiety associated with aspects of in-depth outdoor experiences, such as morning preparations. Participants who practiced mindfulness on the trip asked fewer questions about the future and remained present more often than those who did not practice mindfulness. A further finding was that there are aspects of mindfulness inherent in in-depth nature experiences, such as sitting around a fire. These inherent mindfulness moments should be encouraged as they provide benefit to trip experiences, and potentially towards greater connectedness with nature. Overall, this qualitative study suggests that mindfulness is a useful tool for the benefit of human well-being and nature connection. However, more research is needed to further identify the magnitude and mechanisms of the benefit. / Graduate mindfulness meditation sit spot mindfulness practice nature nature experience nature connection connectedness with nature human/nature connection nature association association with nature CWN nature affiliation biophilia nature deficit disorder attention restoration theory biophilia hypothesis psycho-evolutionary theory adolescent outdoor education nature education wilderness therapy adventure therapy qualitative nature experience in-depth nature experience stress-reduction anxiety reduction campfire hiking backcountry outdoor outdoors nature Mindfulness-based stress reduction MBSR
8	Social-Ecological Preferences and Urbanization in India Bettin, Johannes 30 April 2019 (has links) No description available. 630 social-ecological systems urban psychology environmental concern spatial instrumental variable urbanization nature experience Environmental Kuznets Curve generalized social trust collectivism ingroup bias Land- und Forstwirtschaft (PPN621302791)
9	Friluftsliv för god folkhälsa : med fokus på utveckling av fysisk aktivitet på recept i naturreservat / Outdoor life for good public health : with focus on the development of FaR in protected areas Lilja, Linnea, Frogner, Carina January 2020 (has links) For centuries, it has been known that nature has a positive impact on human health and well-being. Environmental goal number nine, Outdoor life for good public health, is one of the environmental goals that the Swedish government has decided on until 2020. The goal is to make the natural and cultural landscape more accessible to citizens and increase good public health. Mental illness is relatively common today at all ages, every individual can be affected. Feeling safe and having adapted accessibility in nature is a major significant factor in how the stay is experienced and how it affects the body's mental state. The right to public access we have in Sweden gives us the opportunity to, with respect, stay out in nature. The study's purpose is to develop the possibility of nature experiences in protected areas of Skåne County. Physical activity on prescription (FaR) uses nature walks in nature reserves as a method. The method of the study to get the result was using a checklist out in the feld. The study results show that there is significant development potential for FaR in protected areas of Skåne County. Outdoor life nature reserve landscape science nature experience ecology people´s health Friluftsliv naturreservat landskapsvetenskap naturupplevelser ekologi folkhälsa FaR Social Sciences Interdisciplinary Ecology Ekologi

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