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Hidden Brain · November 3, 2025 · 50m

How Nature Heals Us

Marc Berman on how nature exposure improves cognitive function and mental health. Even brief exposure to trees and green space measurably improves attention, mood, and working memory. The effect works even with photos of nature.

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Highlights

Nature exposure improves cognition — even photos of trees work
Berman's research: a 50-minute walk in nature improves working memory and attention by 20% vs. walking in a city. Even looking at photos of nature produces a smaller but real effect.
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