Glossary

Attention restoration theory (ART): is a theory that asserts that people have better cognitive performance after being exposed to natural environments. Nature can lead to the restoration of a limited cognitive resource, directed attention. ART was developed by Rachel and Stephen Kaplan and later reinforced by empirical evidence.

Compatibility: is a component of ART that refers to the fit between what a person wants to do or is inclined to and the kinds of activities supported, which the individual chooses and is a necessary feature of a restorative setting.

Environmental psychology: an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the transactions and interrelationships between individuals and groups with their surroundings.

Individual differences: characteristics, preferences, and understandings that distinguish one individual or group from others. In this podcast, these characteristics have included different needs and preferences in natural environments.

Resilient societies: the ability of systems and individuals of a society to cope, adapt and recover from challenges of disruption and adversity.

Individual differences: characteristics, preferences, and understandings that distinguish one individual or group from others. In this podcast, these characteristics have included different needs and preferences in natural environments.

Restoration: the processes of recovering and reestablishing cognitive and physiological capabilities. Restoration is necessary when the capabilities of individuals are diminished due to resources used in efforts to meet demands.

Restorative environments: environments with characteristics that can promote and permit restoration.

Soft fascination: component of ART involves one’s attention being held without any effort. Soft fascination is when your attention is held by a less stimulating activity that provides opportunity for reflection and sense-making, which natural environments can support.

References

Research project:

https://www.surrey.ac.uk/research-projects/people-and-nature-pandemic-studying-nature-engagement-and-wellbeing-pre-during-and-post-covid-19

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