Natural England Briefing note - links between natural environments and mental health (2022)
This briefing focuses on the links between the natural environments and mental health and is one of a series that summarises evidence of the links between the natural environment and a range of outcomes. Click here.
National Academy of Social Prescribing - briefing note on the natural environment (March 2022)
This briefing helps set out what the evidence currently tells us about the natural environment and health and wellbeing. Full of further references. Click here
The Outdoors for Wellbeing - policy and practice (2023)
Jenny's paper describing background, history and Woodlanders' practice. Lots of references - written for her Master of Research degree. For download click here
Ecominds - Putting Ecotherapy on the Map
This fantastic movement has identified the role that nature has on our physical and mental health. Click here to read more about it.
School of Lost Borders - Resources
See rites of passage in nature including articles, resources, stories and inspiration from School of Lost Borders. Click here
Towards an Ecopsychotherapy
Mary-Jayne Rust talking about Ecopsychotherapy and Ecotherapy. Click here
The Health Benefits of Going Outside!
Ecotherapy and building relationships with nature. Click here to hear more.
Latest government evaluation shows that green social prescribing significantly improves people’s mental health (2024)