Green spaces and Stress levels

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Opportunities to be intrigued by natural elements in green spaces and escape from the hustle and bustle of the hectic life in urban areas explain why attention tend to be restored after being exposed to restorative environments (Kaplan & Kaplan, 1989). As such fatigue is relieved, individuals will probably be less stressed out (Ulrich Simons, Losito, Fiorito, Miles, & Zelson, 1991).

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Do continue to read on if you would like to know how green spaces have an effect on depressive symptoms!