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Is Nature-Deficit Disorder a Real Thing?

http://www.psmag.com/blogs/the-101/nature-deficit-disorder-outdoors-outside-54707/

                Before even reading this article, I had a pretty good idea about the ideas and concept about it from the title. The concern is mainly about people and how now more than ever the enjoyment of nature is scarce. People would rather stay in the comfort of their air conditioned house than go outside and enjoy the cool breeze. With growing technology, there’s no surprise that people have been changing their views and feelings about being outside. Wherever you look people are on their own personal devices in their own world totally unaware of the blooming flowers down the street or the beautiful trees in the park. To me, it’s upsetting mainly because people are missing out on the beauty around them and instead are on Facebook or Twitter. There are many benefits of being outside that can help anyone if they get out and experience it. Taking a hike or walking down the street can clear your mind and fill your lungs with fresh air. The sun is good for you too and can totally change your mood! Being outside overall enhances the senses and emotions of people, which cannot be experienced if you are cooped up in your house. People need to re learn that going outside and experiencing nature is actually fun and good for you all at the same time. It really helps connect people with their surroundings, home, environment, and self. We just need people to encourage this and actually take it into action. By doing this, people can change for the better and also help their selves escape the overbearing technologies.