The Impact of Nature Exposure on Mental Health and Cognitive Performance: A Systematic Review of Mechanisms, Meta-Analytic Evidence, and Clinical Applications
Nature exposure has been proposed as a low-cost, scalable intervention for improving mental health and cognitive function, yet the magnitude and specificity of its benefits remain debated. This systematic literature review synthesizes research published between 2012 and 2025 from PsycINFO, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Sc...