Kaplan, R., 1983, The role of nature in the urban context, in: Altman, I. & J.F. Wohlwill, ‘Behaviour and the natural environment’, Plenum Press, New York
- Author : Kaplan, R.
- Year : 1983
- Published in Book : Behaviour and the natural environment
- Pages : 127-161
- Abstract in English : The author reviews the researches on the impact of urban nature on well-being. At many places, throughout history, people have shown a special interest in the natural environment. The purpose of this paper is to explore some of the ways in which the urban natural environment can contribute to human well-being. The focus is on the common, everyday aspects of nature, the trees and grass, bushes and flowers that can be seen from home or the trip to work.
- Comments/Notes : KEYWORDS: environmental psychology, well-being, nature experience, gardening, quality, participation. UTILITY: lecturers/teachers, academic research, students of universities of professional education.