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Because nature deficit disorder is not meant to be a medical diagnosis[citation needed] (and is not recognized as one), researchers have not assessed the effects of nature deficit disorder. However, Richard Louv uses the term to point to some negative effects of spending less time in nature:

  • Children have limited respect[further explanation needed] for their immediate natural surroundings.[citation needed] Louv believes that the effects of nature deficit disorder on our children will be an even bigger problem in the future. "An increasing pace in the last three decades, approximately, of a rapid disengagement between children and direct experiences in nature…has profound implications, not only for the health of future generations but for the health of the Earth itself".[1] The effects from nature deficit disorder could lead to the first generation being at risk of having a shorter lifespan than their parents.[2]
  • Attention disorders and depression may develop. "It's a problem because kids who don't get nature-time seem more prone to anxiety, depression and attention-deficit problems".[citation needed] Louv suggests that going outside and being in the quiet and calm place can help greatly.[3] According to a University of Illinois study, interaction with nature reduces symptoms of ADD in children.[4][medical citation needed] According to this study, "exposure to ordinary natural settings in the course of common after-school and weekend activities may be widely effective in reducing attention deficit symptoms in children".[5] Attention Restoration Theory develops this idea further, both in short term restoration of one's abilities, and the long term ability to cope with stress and adversity.[medical citation needed]
  • Louv claims that "studies of students in California and nationwide show that schools that use outdoor classrooms and other forms of experiential education produce significant student gains in social studies, science, language arts, and math".[6]
  • In an interview on Public School Insight, Louv stated some positive effects of treating nature deficit disorder, "everything from a positive effect on the attention span to stress reduction to creativity, cognitive development, and their sense of wonder and connection to the earth".[1] Researchers and medical practitioners have not confirmed these effects.
  • With how the world operates today, people in general spend less time outdoors due to technology. Because of this, not being outdoors has taken a toll on individuals health, and overall well-being. "Research has been shown that children do better physically and emotionally when they are in green spaces, benefiting from the positive feelings, stress reduction, and attention restoration nature engenders." [7]
  • A relationship between the length of time of exposure to sunlight (by being outdoors) and a lesser incidence of myopia has been observed.[8][9]
  • A child needs the healthy outdoors for proper development, "This has implications for a wide range of health issues, including ADHD, child obesity, stress, creativity and cognitive functioning." [10]
  • According to Robert Louv, some other effects of nature deficit disorder can be, diminished use of senses, attention deficits, conditions of obesity, and higher rates of emotional and physical illnesses. [11]
  1. ^ a b Last Child In The Woods Interview Archived 2009-01-26 at the Wayback Machine by Claus von Zastrow, Public School Insights
  2. ^ [1] National Environmental Education Foundation
  3. ^ Outside Agitators Archived 2011-06-14 at the Wayback Machine by Bill O'Driscoll, Pittsburgh City Paper
  4. ^ Kuo, FE; Taylor, AF (September 2004). "A potential natural treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: evidence from a national study". American Journal of Public Health. 94 (9): 1580–6. doi:10.2105/ajph.94.9.1580. PMC 1448497. PMID 15333318.
  5. ^ Jim Barlow, "[2]", News Bureau
  6. ^ Richard Louv, "[3]", Orion Magazine.
  7. ^ "How to Protect Kids from Nature-Deficit Disorder". Greater Good. Retrieved 2020-12-04.
  8. ^ American Academy of Ophthalmology (2013-05-01). "Evidence Mounts That Outdoor Recess Time Can Reduce the Risk of Nearsightedness in Children". Archived from the original on 2013-10-04. Retrieved 2013-10-07.
  9. ^ "New research an eye opener on cause of myopia". 2011-06-01. Retrieved 2013-10-07.
  10. ^ "The impact of 'nature-deficit disorder' on the health of children". EurekAlert!. Retrieved 2020-11-20.
  11. ^ Williams, Sarah (2019-05-29). "What is Nature Deficit Disorder And How To Know If You Have It". The Doctor Weighs In. Retrieved 2020-12-04.
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