A Simple Nature-Based Activity Can Improve Students' Mental Health, Says Study

The study revealed that bird watching provides better subjective well-being and reduced distress compared to other forms of exposure to nature, such as nature walks. (Credit: Image by wirestock on Freepik)

As stress, anxiety, and depression are on the rise among teenagers and college students, researchers of a recent study recommended a simple nature-based activity to help improve the mental health of students.

According to the results of the latest study conducted by the research team from North Carolina State University, engaging in five 30-minute sessions of bird-watching every week could improve mental well-being and reduce psychological distress among college students.