Research showing the connection between outdoor spaces and our mental health has multiplied over the past several decades. It’s something we all know but easily forget: connecting to nature is essential for our well-being. The Catawba Lands Conservancy and the Carolina Thread Trail exist to make sure residents in the Charlotte region will have access to health-enriching outdoor space forever.
Check out the articles below to learn some of the science behind environmental psychology, including how a connection to nature can reduce depression and anxiety, and help children become happy, healthy, productive adults.