Английская Википедия:Blue Mind

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Blue Mind: The Surprising Science That Shows How Being Near, In, On, Or Under Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier, More Connected, and Better at What You Do is a bestselling[1] book by marine biologist Wallace J. Nichols about the effects bodies of water have on human health and well-being.[2][3]

Contents

The book covers "therapeutic landscapes" as they are referred to in medical literature, specifically ones that are near, in, or on the water.[4][5] The book analyzes studies that suggest living or simply being near bodies of water can have powerful psychological and even physiological effects.[6][7]

Human condition

Blue Mind considers the impact of water on the human condition and mental health.[6][8][9][10] Author Wallace Nichols told Quartz:[11] Шаблон:Blockquote

Research

Blue Mind compiles and analyzes recent scientific research that has shown water's favorable cognitive and physical impacts being quantified by experts.[12] The book shows proof that living near the shore, for example, has been shown to boost physical health and well-being.[13] It also provides evidence that water generates a meditative state, which makes us happier, healthier, calmer, and more creative.[14]

Reception

The book was received well by critics, and made The New York Times Best Seller list.[1] A review from The Guardian labeled Blue Mind "popular psychology", calling it "a study in water and why it makes us happy".[5] A review from the Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography said "Blue Mind is an interesting read and presents a different perspective on water than we typically think about during the course of our hectic days."[15]

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