July 2017 PMID 28796634

Nature Contact and Human Health: A Research Agenda.

Howard Frumkin, Gregory N Bratman, Sara Jo Breslow, Bobby Cochran, Peter H Kahn, Joshua J Lawler, Phillip S Levin, Pooja S Tandon, Usha Varanasi, Kathleen L Wolf, Spencer A Wood

Mentions

198
Peak: 2 in Jul 2020
across 5 sources since Nov 2019

Extended reach

49,543
potential audience

Total likes

106

Video views

5,267

Mentions per month

Nov 2019 – Mar 2025

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a strong agreement with the article, as seen in comments emphasizing nature's restorative effects and references to scientific studies. The tone includes phrases like 'important for health' and 'research shows,' which highlight genuine interest and recognition of the article's relevance, though the level of deep discourse varies across posts.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions highlight the benefits and importance of connecting with nature, showing general support for the research agenda.

InterestHigh interest

Posts demonstrate high interest, with mentions of multiple studies, environmental initiatives, and calls for considering nature contact for health benefits.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several comments reference specific aspects of the article, such as policy implications and scientific evidence, indicating a thoughtful level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants seem to believe the research has meaningful implications for health policies and urban planning, though not universally emphasized as transformative.

Top posts

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Chef Serena Poon
@chefserenapoon · X

Let's go outside! Research continues to show that spending time in nature is deeply restorative—it can improve sleep quality, support immune function, reduce blood pressure, ease symptoms of diabetes and ADHD, and even enhance emotional resilience! https://t.co/q0ad4uyZlQ

Mar 25, 2025 · 4 likes · 21,766 followers View post →
Gert-Jan van Doorn
@doorn_gert · X

Did you know that the average person in America spends >90% of their time inside. This research paper shows the importance of human interaction with nature and how important this interaction if for human health. https://t.co/8VgS4BQaJo #Envir491 #Gooutside

Jul 27, 2020 · 3 likes · 48 followers View post →
Environmental Health Perspectives
@EHPonline · X

HIGHLY CITED COMMENTARY featured in our #JournalImpactFactor Collection: Nature Contact and Human Health: A Research Agenda (Frumkin et al. 2017). View the full collection ➡ https://t.co/9m9BazapRT #JCR2020 #ImpactFactor https://t.co/wXbrMt9pYn

Jul 13, 2020 · 1 like · 10,753 followers View post →
Jolanda Maas
@Jolanda_Maas · X

@GroenKapitaalNH @Belleblabla @DeGezondeStad @ernestbriet @RovanZon @ProvincieNH @estherrommel @landschapnh @staatsbosbeheer @VUamsterdam @IVNNederland @MinVWS Hierbij enkele links naar enkele ondersteunende wetenschappelijke artikelen: https://t.co/uNSlsstEeV https://t.co/NnAu9tXiBU https://t.co/t3hvKbLrFR

Nov 28, 2019 · 1 like · 1,104 followers View post →
Medical Xpress
@physorg_health · X

How psychological aspects of healing are important for #hospitaldesign @ConversationEDU https://t.co/m08jvck1l3 https://t.co/qrU0ExvbcB

May 20, 2022 · 7,080 followers View post →
Rox Riskin Empower the Moment=Momentum Potentiate
@roxannriskin · X

Nature Contact and Human Health: A Research Agenda https://t.co/VXWe80Hyvu

Feb 21, 2022 · 2,160 followers View post →

All mentions

Chef Serena Poon
@chefserenapoon · X

Let's go outside! Research continues to show that spending time in nature is deeply restorative—it can improve sleep quality, support immune function, reduce blood pressure, ease symptoms of diabetes and ADHD, and even enhance emotional resilience! https://t.co/q0ad4uyZlQ

Mar 25, 2025 · 4 likes · 21,766 followers View post →
Thaniniram
@thaniniram1952 · X

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May 21, 2024 · 196 followers View post →
João Ricardo (Moita)
@Biohard · X

Nature Contact and Human Health: A Research Agenda | Environmental Health Perspectives | Vol. 125, No. 7 https://t.co/GlFxJgm1w0

May 9, 2023 · 237 followers View post →
TRHealth8
@TRHealth8 · X

Nature Contact and Human Health: A Research Agenda | Environmental Health Perspectives | Vol. 125, No. 7 https://t.co/B3dcTVjdJT

Feb 20, 2023 · 933 followers View post →
Medical Xpress
@physorg_health · X

How psychological aspects of healing are important for #hospitaldesign @ConversationEDU https://t.co/m08jvck1l3 https://t.co/qrU0ExvbcB

May 20, 2022 · 7,080 followers View post →
Rox Riskin Empower the Moment=Momentum Potentiate
@roxannriskin · X

Nature Contact and Human Health: A Research Agenda https://t.co/VXWe80Hyvu

Feb 21, 2022 · 2,160 followers View post →
Gert-Jan van Doorn
@doorn_gert · X

Did you know that the average person in America spends >90% of their time inside. This research paper shows the importance of human interaction with nature and how important this interaction if for human health. https://t.co/8VgS4BQaJo #Envir491 #Gooutside

Jul 27, 2020 · 3 likes · 48 followers View post →
Environmental Health Perspectives
@EHPonline · X

HIGHLY CITED COMMENTARY featured in our #JournalImpactFactor Collection: Nature Contact and Human Health: A Research Agenda (Frumkin et al. 2017). View the full collection ➡ https://t.co/9m9BazapRT #JCR2020 #ImpactFactor https://t.co/wXbrMt9pYn

Jul 13, 2020 · 1 like · 10,753 followers View post →
Jolanda Maas
@Jolanda_Maas · X

@GroenKapitaalNH @Belleblabla @DeGezondeStad @ernestbriet @RovanZon @ProvincieNH @estherrommel @landschapnh @staatsbosbeheer @VUamsterdam @IVNNederland @MinVWS Hierbij enkele links naar enkele ondersteunende wetenschappelijke artikelen: https://t.co/uNSlsstEeV https://t.co/NnAu9tXiBU https://t.co/t3hvKbLrFR

Nov 28, 2019 · 1 like · 1,104 followers View post →