Research

 A pilot study on the potential for formalized nature-based instruction to mitigate stress and increase social bonds in university students

 Kiers, Rakow, Parker, & Dewa (2023) - Research Article, Journal of American College Health

 The role of campus greenspace and meditation on college students' mood disturbance

 Ibes & Forestell (2022) - Research Article, Journal of American College Health

Barriers to Nature Engagement for Youth of Color

Ibes, Rakow, & Kim (2021)

*email for a copy, campusnaturerx@gmail.com

Campus Nature Rx: How Investing in Nature Interventions Benefits College Students

Rakow & Ibes (2020) - Research Article, Frontiers in Psychology

 The Potential Correlation Between Nature Engagement in Middle Childhood Years and College Undergraduates’ Nature Engagement, Proenvironmental Attitudes, and Stress

Sachs, Rakow, Shepley, & Peditto (2020) - Research Article, Frontiers in Psychology

NatureRx@UMD: A Review for Pursuing Green Space as a Health and Wellness Resource for the Body, Mind and Soul

Roberts, Ada, & Jette (2020) - Article, American Journal of Health Promotion

Minimum Time Dose in Nature to Positively Impact the Mental Health of College-Aged Students  

Meredith, Rakow, Eldermire, Madsen, Shelley, & Sachs (2019) - Scoping Review, Frontiers in Psychology

Children & Nature Network Research Library

C&NN curates and summarizes peer-reviewed scientific literature to help build the evidence base for advancing the children and nature movement.