Friday, November 14, 2003

How Nature Heals Us: New evidence that natural beauty, even in small doses, reduces stress -- By Deb Aronson, Science & Spirit, July / August 2003 Issue. Some interesting tidbits: Researchers found that drivers who went on scenic routes "recovered more quickly from stressful driving conditions than those who saw billboards, buildings and parking lots." and "Some studies suggest that a houseplant or even a picture of nature can convey similar benefits." There's more data: hospital patients who had views of trees used fewer pain medicines and were discharged sooner than those who only had views of a brick wall. VRs of nature might be as beneficial as well. 7:00:00 AM

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