Birdwatching Improves Student Mental Health: Study

At the end of the experiment, while all groups improved, the birdwatching group ended up with higher scores than both the nature-walk and control groups.

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Students cramming for finals can find some reprieve just by looking outside their windows.

A new study found that birdwatching can reduce stress and improve the mental health of college students, especially those most likely to suffer from mental health issues.