Nature deficit behaviour in adolescents
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https://doi.org/10.64171/JSRD.5.S2.234-235Keywords:
Nature deficit behaviour, Adolescents, Nature connectedness, Environmental education, Mental health, Green spaces, Cognitive development, UrbanizationAbstract
The increasing indifference of adolescents from natural environments- that is termed as nature deficit behaviour, that has gained much attention due to its probable consequences on mental health, cognitive development and quality of life. This article delves into diverse consequences abated nature exposure among adolescents, relying on contemporary research to explicate the psychological, behavioural and social repercussions. In addition, it discusses interventions and Strategies aimed at mitigating these impacts, highlighting the Role of environmental education and civic planning in facilitating reconnection with nature. The rise of urbanisation, increased screen time of adolescents and decreased outdoor play lead to nature deficit behaviour. Lack of this exposure to nature may cause emotional, cognitive and social dilemmas.
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