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The Value of Children's Nature Experiences
The natural environment has major implications on individuals' health, including higher psychological well-being, superior cognitive functioning, fewer physical diseases, and quicker recovery from sickness, according to a growing corpus of evidence. Due to their increased plasticity and susceptibility, research is also demonstrating convincingly that exposure to nature has more significant advantages for youngsters (Wells & Evans 2003). The results show that:
After experiencing nature, children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms are better able to focus.
Children who see and interact with nature perform better on tests of focus and self-control. Scores increase with increased greenness
Children who play frequently in natural settings have more advanced motor skills, including balance, coordination, and agility, and they are less likely to get sick.
Children play more diversely and imaginatively when they are in natural settings, which helps them develop their linguistic and cooperative play skills (Moore & Wong 1997, Taylor, et al. 1998, Fjortoft 2000).
Children's cognitive development is enhanced by exposure to natural settings by developing their awareness, reasoning, and observational skills.
Children are less affected by life stress thanks to nature, which also aids in overcoming obstacles. The advantages increase with increased exposure to nature.
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