Birdwatching may be a surprising stress buster for college students
NCT ID NCT06614517
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether birdwatching can reduce stress in university students. 102 students either went on guided birdwatching trips or were in a control group. Researchers measured stress levels using a standard questionnaire and interviewed participants about their experiences. The goal was to see if a simple nature activity could help students feel better.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- birdwatching intervention
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to reduce stress in university students.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with 102 participants. Results may not apply to all students or other groups. The intervention is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Universidad Industrial de Santander
Bucaramanga, Santander Department, 680002, Colombia
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Universidad Industrial de Santander
Bucaramanga, Santander Department, Colombia
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