Too much methionine in-vitro caused schizophrenia in mice, regardless of the level of postpartum care. Researchers suggest the same outcome would be true for humans.
Younger children tend to prefer urban environments, but older children tend to prefer natural settings. Findings suggest an affinity for nature develops gradually during life rather than being inherent at an early age.
A neuroimaging study reveals city dwellers who live closer to forests were more likely to have healthier amygdala structure and were better able to deal with stressful situations.
According to researchers, putting genetically depressed rats in engaging environments can make them happier.
Participating in nature-based activities including exercise, gardening, and conservation, helps improve mood and reduce anxiety for those with mental health problems.
Researchers report spending time in nature has a positive effect on mental and emotional wellbeing, regardless of which country you are from.
Children raised in areas without much access to green space consider nature to be their "happy place", a new study reports.
The ability to foster and form secure interpersonal attachments can mitigate some of the genetic risks associated with PTSD.
Months after receiving psilocybin treatments for depression, patients report feeling more connected with nature and experience a shift away from authoritarian political views, researchers report.
Using EEG to study twin teenagers, researchers tease apart the influence of genetic and environmental factors on brain activity during sleep.
Spending time enjoying the great outdoors improves both physical and mental health. Researchers say more interventions need to be taken to get people to spend time enjoying nature.
Allowing a child to play in nature helps improve their physical health, motor skills, learning ability, social development, and emotional wellbeing.
