The groundbreaking new book showing how nature enhances our powers of attention and shapes
brain development from the founder of the field of environmental neuroscience. 'Nature's
power has everything to do with attention the driving force behind our thoughts and
behaviour... Dr Berman says that our lack of access to nature (or unwillingness to go out in
it) has contributed to soaring rates of stress chronic disease loneliness and other mental
health issues. Reconnecting to nature can be part of the antidote' - MEN'S HEALTH MAGAZINE
What if we could harness the power of nature to become calmer more focused and less
distracted? With so many things vying for our attention in modern life we're suffering a
global epidemic of distraction leaving us feeling drained depleted and isolated. Renowned
professor of psychology Dr Marc Berman offers a groundbreaking solution through environmental
neuroscience and the art of attention restoration. In Nature and the Mind Dr Berman
identifies the essential elements of a 'nature prescription' that can improve out cognitive
performance and mental resilience sharing life-altering findings such as: ¿ Having just eleven
more trees on your street is related to decreases in cardio-metabolic disorders like stroke
diabetes and heart disease. ¿ Short walks in nature can improve attention by almost 20 percent
and decrease depression symptoms. ¿ More green space around schools and homes is related to
better school performance reduced crime and improved working memory. Featuring clear
practical solutions that you can apply to your daily life no matter where you live Nature and
the Mind reveals how nature is the key to boosting your energy restoring attention changing
your mood and improving your mental and physical health.
