A (Geo-)Narrative Analysis of Children’s Perceptions of Wellbeing in Relation to Nature as the Basis for Educational Intervention Planning

Scholarly endeavors in psychology, environmental, and geographies of health research have shown that the exposure to natural spaces influences children’s wellbeing. However, little is known regarding the experiences that influence children’s feelings of wellbeing for those who live in natural enviro...

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Published in:SAGE Open 2022-04, Vol.12 (2)
Main Authors: González-Tapia, Grimanessa, Lazzaro-Salazar, Mariana, Mundaca, Enrique A.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Childrens Attitudes
Educational Planning
Foreign Countries
Geographic Location
Intervention
Mental Health
Outdoor Education
Physical Environment
Physical Health
Recreational Facilities
Well Being
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Summary:Scholarly endeavors in psychology, environmental, and geographies of health research have shown that the exposure to natural spaces influences children’s wellbeing. However, little is known regarding the experiences that influence children’s feelings of wellbeing for those who live in natural environments. This study investigates the perceptions of nature and wellbeing of 10 children living next to the Altos de Lircay Reserve (Chile). A geo-narrative analysis of the interviews shows that participants living closest to the reserve relate nature to their physical wellbeing, while those living further away often relate it to their psychological wellbeing. Recommendations to plan interventions that improve the children-nature connection are provided.
ISSN:2158-2440
2158-2440
DOI:10.1177/21582440221097398