Nature and Mental Health Quiz

What historical practice involved using gardens for mental health treatment?

• Community gardens in neighborhoods

• Botanical gardens in universities

• Urban parks in cities

• Restorative gardens in monasteries

What did the 2011 meta-analysis find about exercising in nature?

• It decreases physical fatigue

• It is less effective than indoor exercise

• It has no effect on mood

• It increases feelings of revitalization

Which of the following is NOT a suggested benefit of nature exposure?

• Enhanced personal development

• Increased urban stress

• Opportunities for exercise

• Improved social interaction

What is the 'elusive' aspect of nature's psychological benefits?

• The exact mechanisms

• The social interactions

• The historical context

• The physical benefits

What scale was used to measure connectedness to nature in the 2009 study?

• Natural World Index

• Environmental Awareness Scale

• Connectedness with Nature Scale

• Nature Affinity Scale

What hypothesis suggests an innate urge to seek nature?

• Biophilia hypothesis

• Natural selection hypothesis

• Ecological hypothesis

• Evolutionary hypothesis

What is a core human need according to social psychology research?

• Nutritional balance

• Sense of belonging

• Physical exercise

• Cognitive development

What improvements are linked to exposure to natural environments?

• Decreased social interaction

• Increased stress levels

• Improved sleep quality

• Lowered immune response

What does the biophilia hypothesis suggest about humans?

• They prefer urban environments

• They have an innate urge to connect with nature

• They are indifferent to natural settings

• They are primarily social creatures

Why is more research needed on nature's benefits?

• To develop new exercise routines

• To confirm the historical context

• To understand the exact mechanisms

• To explore urban environments