Young people get emotional boost from working in nature

Getting involved in nature restoration community projects helps boost the mental health of tweens, teenagers and young adults. — AFP

A large-scale empowerment programme for tweens to young adults in the United Kingdom touts the mental health benefits of nature restoration projects.

According to the report, the experience improved the confidence and self-esteem of the young people who participated in the programme, who also showed a boost in engagement in environmental issues.