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Mentioned in 7 episodes

Last Child in the Woods

saving our children from nature-deficit disorder
Book • 2005
In this influential work, Richard Louv links the lack of nature in children's lives to rising trends in obesity, attention disorders, and depression.

The book brings together research indicating that direct exposure to nature is essential for healthy childhood development and physical and emotional health.

Louv provides practical solutions and simple ways to heal the broken bond between children and nature, many of which can be implemented in everyday life.

The book has inspired a movement to reconnect children with nature and has led to the creation of the Children & Nature Network.

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Mentioned in 7 episodes

Recommended by Robynne Chutkan , it discusses the importance of children getting dirty and interacting with nature.
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Understanding and Improving Your Gut Health with Dr. Robynne Chutkan
Mentioned by Cindy Rollins , quoting his book "The Last Child in the Woods" and its message about education.
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Episode 72: Phantastes, Ch. 5-9
Mentioned by Jef Sewell when discussing the initial exploration of nature deficit disorder.
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The denial of death
Mentioned by Alexa Permanish as an awesome book for children about nature.
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From Your Host: Season’s Reflections and Q&A
Mentioned by Ivan Mesa as a book that encourages children to spend time outdoors.
Would Jesus Be on TikTok?
Mentioned by Joel Salatin in the context of the importance of nature and human health.
#1478 - Joel Salatin
Mentionné par Mathieu Ricard comme un livre qui fait état de la déconnexion avec la nature chez les enfants.
S'émerveiller, un chemin de vastitude intérieure avec Matthieu Ricard [rediffusion]
Mentioned by Carolyn Thomas as a book that supports the benefits of spending time outdoors.
What Are We Changing in 2025? Our 2024 Year in Review | Pantry Chat
Recommended by Robynne Chutkan as a book discussing nature deficit disorder and the importance of kids being outside.
Your Gut Garden: How Exposure to Nature Improves Your Microbiome
Mentioned by Caroline Lucas , referencing his quote about protecting what we love, loving what we know, and knowing what we feel.
Searching for Another England, with Caroline Lucas and Grace Blakeley, Part One
Recommended by Emma Seppälä as a classic book exploring children's relationship with nature.
Three Lessons from Happiness Research | Emma Seppälä
Mentioned by Gad Saad in relation to the concept of nature deficit disorder in children.
Hacking Happiness: How to Leverage Evolutionary Biology to Live the Good Life - Dr. Gad Saad : 1091
Mentioned by Pete Dominick when discussing the importance of children's connection to nature.
#1380 - Pete Dominick
Mentioned by Jack Spierka while discussing the impact of nature on mental health and the importance of outdoor activities for children.
Dealing With Anxiety – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-67

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