Step 1.6: Nature Connectedness in Psychology

Nature connectedness is a term used in the study of psychology to describe the relationship between a person and the rest of nature.

Nature connectedness is solely defined as exposure to nature, often measured in time and visits.

People differ in terms of their relationship with nature and personality traits.

Nature connectedness cannot be measured using carefully designed scales.

Nature connectedness has been a well-established psychological construct for decades.

Improving nature connectedness does not have any impact on an individual's relationship with the natural world.

People with higher levels of nature connectedness are less likely to take positive actions to help wildlife.

Nature connectedness only involves being outside and understanding nature.

Hans Zimmer and Sir David Attenborough have never collaborated on nature documentaries.

Creating a nature playlist can help deepen one's connection with nature.

Watching Sir David Attenborough's video about the connection between nature and music requires a TV license.

Nature connectedness research has declined over the past 20 years according to Figure 1.7.