Reciprocal care for nature and wellbeing project
Increasing the use of the outdoors is one way the Scottish Government measures the prosperity and well-being of its citizens. Greenspace Scotland have shared this Scottish Government strategic research programme, which recognises the need to cultivate conditions for a reciprocal relationship between people and the environment. This includes how childhood [...]
‘It’s good for their self-esteem’: the substance beneath the label
In this article in the Journal of Adventure Education & Outdoor Learning, Mark Leather provides an informed and critical understanding of the concept of self-esteem. He explores this psychological construct in relation to its use in adventure education and outdoor learning. The paper argues that outdoor educators need to be [...]
10 Reasons Children, Adults & Communities Need Vitamin N
School Outdoor Learning share a good reminder of why we all need Vitamin N (short for nature) from Richard Louv. Read through the list, then step outside and take some time in nature. It could be at your local park, woodland or simply a stroll around your neighbourhood to look [...]
Young, green, and well: a research study on young Londoners’ green space use and mental wellbeing
The Knowledge Exchange has shared this research report which presents the findings of research that sought to explore how young Londoners (16–25) perceive, access, and use green spaces for their mental health and wellbeing. It presents the findings of a literature review and the London context. The findings of the [...]
Stronger Starts Tesco Funding Launched
Greenspace Scotland share news about this new £5m grant programme. This offers funding of up to £1,500 each to local projects across Scotland which focus on providing nutritious food and activities/resources to boost physical health and mental wellbeing in children and young people. Eligible projects could include outdoor equipment and [...]
Health behaviour in school aged children in Scotland – report published
The MRC/CSO Social and Public Health Sciences Unit (SPHSU), University of Glasgow have shared their latest news in their June 2023 bulletin. This includes the launch of Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) Scotland 2022 National Report at an event in Edinburgh. The 2022 report can be downloaded from the [...]
Types of greenspace and adolescent mental health and well-being in metropolitan London
This journal article in Cities and Health 24 Feb 2023 (advance article) explores the impact of different types of greenspace on the mental health of young people living in London. It draws on analysis of longitudinal data covering 10-15 year old adolescents. The findings indicate a lack of consistent results [...]
How the natural environment can support children and young people
This Natural England report (October 2022) focuses on how the natural environment can support children and young people. It summarises evidence of the links between the natural environment and a range of outcomes based on rapid reviews. The report is aimed at: policy makers; practitioners; practice enablers (including Natural England); [...]