Why nature was the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week 2021

Nature is so central to our psychological and emotional health that it’s almost impossible to realise good mental health for all without a greater connection to the natural world. For most of human history, we lived as part of nature.

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Nature & mental health

Research shows that nature is vital for our psychological and emotional health. As human beings, we have a fundamental need to connect with nature.

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Thriving with Nature

WWF and the Mental Health Foundation have produced this guide in collaboration, to help everyone make the most of the UK's natural spaces for our mental health and well-being.

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How nature lifts my spirit

Julia Bradbury talks to us about how nature can lift her spirit and improve her well-being, as part of our Thriving with Nature work.

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Prevention and mental health

What prevention means, preventative measures to help yourself, and changes society can make to prevent mental health problems.

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Wetlands and wellbeing

Ideas and inspiration to help you connect with nature during the winter, as well as information on how engaging with wetlands can improve our wellbeing.

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Walking in nature is my therapy

Heather, aged 62 (and a half), is a mum of 4, grandmother of 5 and a child at heart. She shares how walking in nature helps her mental health.

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My lifelong connection with nature

Ruth, a participant of Standing Together Cymru, helps tend a communal garden at her sheltered housing complex in Newport, South East Wales. Ruth has had a ‘lifelong affinity with nature’, and she wants other people to feel the benefits.

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