Jay Maddock

Professor at Texas A&M University in the School of Public Health. Expert in improving the health and well-being of workers, remote especially workers, and looking both at standing desks and at access to nature.

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Jun 12, 2025 • 1h 14min

Jay Maddock: The Profound Health Benefits of Nature Exposure In As Little As 120 Minutes Per Week

Jay Maddock, a Professor at Texas A&M University in Public Health, explores the transformative effects of nature exposure on health. He reveals how spending just 120 minutes outdoors each week can boost mood, cognitive function, and even speed up recovery in hospital patients. Maddock discusses the concept of 'nature deficit disorder,' the incorporation of green spaces in urban design, and why outdoor activities are vital for children's development. He advocates for nature prescriptions in healthcare, highlighting nature's profound influence on well-being.

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