Question 1

According to research, the average person spends what percentage of their day outside?

Accepted Answer

Research indicates that the average person spends about 5% of their day outside.

Question 2

Naturalist

Accepted Answer

A

Question 3

With regard to circadian rhythms, oncologists have observed that the most effective time for cancer patients to receive chemotherapy treatment is:

Accepted Answer

B

Question 4

Waterfalls, whale songs, and scores of other natural wonders produce a vibration of _______ Hz, a vibration considered to be the frequency of homeostasis.

Accepted Answer

The frequency of 7.8 Hz is often associated with the Schumann resonance, which is considered to be a natural frequency of the Earth and is sometimes linked to a state of homeostasis or balance in natural environments.

Question 5

Leisure walks in the woods decreased cortisol levels by more than:

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Ecotherapy means restoring optimal health through a routine exposure to and experience of nature.

Accepted Answer

Ecotherapy involves engaging with nature to improve mental and physical well-being, often through activities like gardening, walking in nature, or conservation work.

Question 7

Nature deficit disorder was first observed with adults at the worksite.

Accepted Answer

Nature deficit disorder was first observed in children, as described by Richard Louv in his book "Last Child in the Woods," highlighting the impact of reduced outdoor play and interaction with nature.

Question 8

Phytolukins are emitted by deciduous trees and it is this chemical property that is associated with decreased stress levels.

Accepted Answer

Phytolukins are not a recognized chemical emitted by trees. The concept of trees reducing stress is associated with phytoncides, which are antimicrobial compounds emitted by trees.

Question 9

When people were shown photos of nature, it was noted there was an increase in alpha waves and serotonin levels.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that exposure to nature can lead to increased alpha wave activity in the brain, which is associated with relaxation, and can also boost serotonin levels, improving mood.

Question 10

When people were shown photos of nature, it was noted there was a decrease in anger feelings.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that exposure to nature, even through photographs, can have a calming effect and reduce negative emotions such as anger.

Question 11

With regard to circadian rhythms, oncologists have discovered that cancer cells respond better to chemotherapy in the afternoon hours than any other time of day.

Accepted Answer

There is no definitive evidence that cancer cells universally respond better to chemotherapy in the afternoon; the effectiveness of chemotherapy can vary based on the type of cancer, the specific drugs used, and individual patient factors.

Question 12

Studies reveal that children spend less time outside than prison inmates in England and the US.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that children in England and the US often spend less time outdoors compared to the minimum outdoor time allotted to prison inmates, highlighting concerns about children's outdoor activity levels.

Question 13

Please define the following terms or concepts in no more than two sentences, and give an example to support your definition.
A. Ecotherapy
B. Biophilia
C. Circadian rhythms
D. Forest bathing
E. Nature points

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

How is spending time in nature thought to be relaxing? Give examples for both the physiology and psychology of the healing power of nature.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 24: Ecotherapy: The Healing Power of Nature