Call for responses to a new survey exploring the contribution, delivery and commissioning of nature based health activities in Scotland.
The idea that engagement with nature can have a significant positive impact on the wellbeing of people experiencing mental and physical health problems is far from new.
The provision and promotion of nature based health activities has also continued to increase, and COVID-19 has turbo-charged public interest in the field as people have sought solace through nature for the anxiety, fear and boredom they have experienced.
Recognising this the ALLIANCE has commissioned research from Nick Hopkins Consulting to look at key questions facing those who want to grow the impact of engagement with nature on the nation’s health.
The research will:
- Seek to paint a picture of the variety and spread of nature based health activities in Scotland
- Explore the views of those delivering nature based activities, health practitioners, policy makers and commissioners
- Make recommendations about how the field might move forward in the context of the urgent need to build back better after the pandemic
This research is made up of four surveys targeted at different stakeholders who support the delivery and commissioning of, and referral to, engagement with nature.
Survey One – targeted at people who work to encourage others to engage with nature to improve and sustain their health and wellbeing.
Survey Two and Survey Three – targeted at health and social care professionals, the former for people focused on mental health, the latter for people focused on physical health – if you work across both, feel to choose either.
Survey Four – targeted at people with policy making or commissioning responsibilities.
The surveys will be open until Friday 20th August and should take no more than 15-20 minutes to complete. Just click on the links above to access the one most relevant to you, or for more details visit the ALLIANCE here.
