Biophilia: Is Nature Good for you?

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E. O. Wilson first described the concept of "biophilia" in his book by the same name. Ever since, the idea has fascinated social scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. What does biophilia mean to you? Can you identify moments in your life when you feel the effects of biophilia?

Citations:
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- Wilson, E. O. Biophilia. 1984. Cambridge: Harvard University Press.
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- Zhang, J. W., P. K. Piff, R. Iyer, S. Koleva, and D. Keltner. 2014. Journal of Environmental Psychology 37: 61-72.

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