Kaplan, R., 1993, The psychological benefits of nearby nature, in: Relf, D., ‘The role of horticulture in human well-being and social development’, Timber Press , Portland
- Author : Kaplan, R.
- Year : 1993
- Published in Book : The role of horticulture in human well-being and social development
- Pages : 125-133
- Abstract in English : The paper suggests that whereas plants are of great importance to people, the specific plants are not the major focus of the way people experience the environment. Essential to perception is the presence of vegetation and the context created by it. The psychological benefits that nearby nature offers are base on many forms of involvement. Although being in nature and nature-based activities are important sources of satisfaction, the experience of nature derived from far more subtle pursuits.
- Comments/Notes : KEYWORDS: environmental psychology, well-being, horticulture, nearby nature, wind view, experience of nature. UTILITY: lecturers/teachers, academic research, students of universities of professional education.