Can time in nature ease anxiety and depression? a new study investigates
NCT ID NCT06981000
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study explores whether locally adapted nature-based health interventions can help people with mild to moderate anxiety, depression, or stress. Around 120 adults will take part in weekly outdoor group sessions for at least 10 weeks, focusing on nature interaction, social connection, and physical activity. The goal is to see if such programs are practical and acceptable, not yet to prove they work.
What this could mean
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Active substance
nature-based health intervention (nature interaction, social communities, physical activity)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a structured, evidence-based nature therapy option for mild to moderate mental health issues, potentially reducing reliance on medication.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, not a large trial. It tests whether the program is practical, not whether it works. Results may not apply to everyone.
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Department of Geosciences and Natural Resource Management, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen, Denmark, Denmark