Possible points for the importance of spending time in the natural world for a person’s health
- assess the reasons why the natural world is important for physical and mental health
- consider the possible limitations of nature in achieving physical and mental health
- make a judgement based on a consideration of the evidence and argument put forward your stand on whether it is important to spend time in the natural world.
- it is not always easy to discover nature when living in urban areas that have few or no parks
- taking part in leisure activities in a green space is beneficial to a person’s health
- the health benefits of working in a natural environment
- the impact of prolonged time spent on the internet or a virtual world
- nature can be harsh with storms, drought and famine sometimes leading to poverty and displacement of people
- health benefits can be achieved through diet, indoor exercise and meditation or medical treatment
- music, art and literature can also provide solace, healing and personal growth
- working in a job you like, feeling needed and having family and friends can be a consolation.