Environ-mentality

Depression

The Surprising Link Between Body Temperature and Depression

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on February 23, 2024

People with depression seem to run hotter. Researchers have several theories as to why, which may inform future treatment options.

People with depression seem to run hotter. Researchers have several theories as to why, which may inform future treatment options.

Environment

Should Changing Your Environment Be Your New Year's Resolution?

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on December 8, 2023

We know spending time in nature is good for us, even if we don't always take advantage. Luckily, even small changes to our environments can have big effects on our well-being.

We know spending time in nature is good for us, even if we don't always take advantage. Luckily, even small changes to our environments can have big effects on our well-being.

Environment

How Concerned Should We Be About the Effects of Heat Waves?

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on September 12, 2023

While not everyone is at equal risk for harm, there are likely hidden costs of heat stress we are ignoring.

While not everyone is at equal risk for harm, there are likely hidden costs of heat stress we are ignoring.

Loneliness

Feeling Disconnected From Others? Time in Nature Can Help

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on June 19, 2023

Recent research suggests a new way that spending time in nature can boost our happiness.

Recent research suggests a new way that spending time in nature can boost our happiness.

Environment

Visiting Parks Makes Us Happier, So Why Don’t We Do It More?

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on April 24, 2023

How can we encourage people to spend time in nature? Proximity might not be enough.

How can we encourage people to spend time in nature? Proximity might not be enough.

Anger

The Promise of Studying Human Aggression in the Wild

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on March 15, 2023

How do our environments influence aggressive behavior? Moving our research into the real world can provide key insights.

How do our environments influence aggressive behavior? Moving our research into the real world can provide key insights.

Environment

How Much Nature Exposure is Enough?

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on February 7, 2023

You might be surprised at the amount of nature exposure needed to improve your mood and boost your focus.

You might be surprised at the amount of nature exposure needed to improve your mood and boost your focus.

Persuasion

Do Physical Surroundings Influence Our Thoughts?

Kim Meidenbauer Ph.D. on November 3, 2022

Want more positive thoughts? A walk through your local park might help.

Want more positive thoughts? A walk through your local park might help.