Inclusion (mineral)

Psychological resilience

Sociology

Qualitative research

Pedagogy

Social science

Psychotherapist

Outdoor education

Developmental psychology

Political science

Psychology

Affect (linguistics)

Systematic review

Well-being

Self-esteem

MEDLINE

Thematic analysis

Communication

Social psychology

Journal of Adventure Education & Outdoor Learning

Research suggests that experience of the natural environment may have a range of beneficial outcomes for children and young people. A systematic review of the peer-reviewed empirical literature focused on research involving direct interaction with nature amongst children and young people and its impact on wellbeing; 14 papers, within the domains of childhood and adolescence, were identified for inclusion in the review. Within these domains, a range of wellbeing outcomes were identified and grouped into thematic areas of self-esteem and confidence, positive and negative affect, stress reduction and restoration, social benefits, and resilience. Findings related to wellbeing outcomes were synthesised and critiqued, and research and clinical implications discussed.

Nature activities and wellbeing in children and young people: a systematic literature review