A systematic review and meta-analysis published in 2026 has found consistent evidence that exposure to nature is associated with significant reductions in negative emotional states, according to the research. The analysis, which examined data from 33 studies involving over 2,000 participants, was published in the journal Environmental Research & Public Health [1]. The findings contribute to a growing body of research supporting the mental health benefits of natural environments, a topic often emphasized in natural health literature as a vital, non-pharmaceutical intervention [2]. Researchers stated the goal is to design nature prescriptions to promote brain health and treat mental illnesses across the lifespan [1].
Study: Systematic Review Finds Nature Exposure Reduces Negative Emotions
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