This presentation describes the many benefits to children from direct, meaningful experiences outdoors in nature. Drawing from decades of international leadership in the worldwide movement to reconnect children with nature, and standing on curated reviews of the underlying research, Dr. Charles offers insights and recommendations for connecting people of all ages—and especially children—with nature in their everyday lives. In these uncertain and stressful times, the benefits can be life-changing and even life-saving. Stress is reduced, mental health improves, and overall health and well-being is enhanced. Examples of successful strategies and approaches for making these connections, personally and professionally, will be provided. Applications for health, education, business, community planning, and other sectors will be included as well.
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the cognitive, physical, emotional and social benefits to people of all ages, and especially children, from direct experiences with nature in their everyday lives.
2. Describe the literature that supports these benefits.
3. Explain evidence-based recommendations for achieving these benefits in diverse settings.
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