Going outside—even in the cold—improves memory, attention

[dracodraconis]

Going outside—even in the cold—improves memory, attention

Want to boost memory and attention span? Go for a walk, but avoid people. A study by the University of Michigan researchers has discovered that one hour spent interacting with nature can improve memory performance and attention span by as much a 20 percent. No  improvement was not detected when participants walked down a city street, indicating that it is the interaction with nature that is the key. Similar tests were performed using pictures of nature, as well as urban scenes. Once again, a 20 percent improvement in test scores was obtained, but only after viewing pictures of nature.

Bottom line? If you need to recharge, go for a walk in the park. If you can't do that look at pictures of nature.

Comments

[montesqusmith.livejournal.com]

I knew it. Prince charles isnt as barking as we all assumed :)

[dracodraconis.livejournal.com]

Well, I wouldn't go THAT far...