«Green therapy,» also known as ecotherapy, is gaining the attention of researchers, nature enthusiasts, and people in search of alleviating symptoms of depression. (medicaldaily.com)
Journalist Richard Louv, author of several books on this «nature deficit disorder,» is a leading contributor in a growing nature connection movement that takes shape in the form of ecotherapy (nature - based methods for mental and spiritual healing), forest bathing (gaining strength from trees, leaves, and ground), and biophilic design (architecture that immerses people in nature). (mindbodygreen.com)