A one-hour stroll in nature decreases stress-related brain activity, according to new research. Living in a city is a well-known risk factor for developing mental disorders, whereas living near nature is thought to be good for the brain and mental health. The amygdala, a crucial brain region involv
Living in cities is associated with an increased risk for mental disorders such as anxiety disorders, depression, and schizophrenia.Living in a city is a well-known risk factor for developing mental disorders, whereas living near nature is thought to be good for the brain and mental health.
Using functional magnetic resonance imaging , the researchers from the Lise Meitner Group for Environmental Neuroscience monitored the brain activity of 63 healthy volunteers before and after a one-hour walk through Grunewald forest or a busy Berlin shopping street to establish a causal connection. The study’s findings showed that after taking a walk in nature, amygdala activity decreased, indicating that being in nature had a positive impact on stress-related brain regions.
The authors demonstrate that being in nature has a positive impact on the brain regions involved in processing stress and that this impact is already evident after a one-hour stroll. This advances knowledge of how our physical living environment influences our brain and mental health.
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