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Nature Walks for Anxiety Reduction in Men

STUDY TITLE Nature Walks for Anxiety Reduction in Men
Submitted under umbrella

Minimal Risk Citizen Science Umbrella Protocol

Date submitted

-

End date

There is no pre-specified end date and sub-studies remain open long-term.

Language

English

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Study author

Principal investigator

Matthew Amsden

Sub-Investigator for Adverse Events

Dr. Viral Patel

Description

This protocol involves guided nature walks designed to reduce chronic anxiety in men over 50. Participants will engage in structured outdoor activities that emphasize interaction with natural environments, promoting relaxation and mindfulness without the use of any specific products or services.

Participant engagement length

90 Days

Sponsor

This study is made possible by your payment to cover all supplies and expenses required to participate.
Cost to participant

$0
Included products & services
Outcome measures

36-Item Short Form Survey Instrument (SF-36)

NIH Toolbox® Item Bank v3.0 – Positive Affect Survey (Ages 18+) Score
Methodology

Single Arm longitudinal where participants act as their own control

Basic or advanced dissemination plan

Basic

Deviation from recruitment approach

No

Deviation from statistical approach

No

Will study include “more about you questions”

Yes

Recruitment jurisdictions

United States, United Kingdom

Clinicaltrials.Gov

Yes

Committment to list findings on clinicaltrials.Gov

Yes

This document is prepared with the assistance of AI, but is reviewed by a human.

Rational & Study Design

Why I created this challenge:

Amidst growing evidence supporting nature’s role in enhancing mental health, social media and scholarly articles increasingly spotlight the calming effects of nature on anxiety. Historical beliefs and modern discussions suggest that nature immersion can significantly alleviate stress, especially in men over 50, who often face unique societal pressures and health issues. This challenge aims to empirically test these claims, providing robust data to potentially reshape approaches to mental health management in this demographic.

My Objective for You:

Your goal is to participate in guided nature walks, meticulously designed to potentially lower your anxiety levels. By adhering to this protocol, you will contribute valuable data, helping to explore how structured interaction with nature can influence mental well-being in men over 50.

Aims & Objectives:

The primary aim of this challenge is to quantitatively measure changes in anxiety levels and overall mental health in men over 50 using validated instruments like the SF-36 and NIH Toolbox Positive Affect Survey. Secondly, we aim to enhance participants' engagement with natural environments, promoting mindfulness and relaxation techniques.

Significance & Impact:

This challenge could significantly impact public health recommendations, particularly for mental health strategies targeting men over 50. By scientifically validating the therapeutic effects of nature walks, we could influence policy and personal practices. However, results may vary based on individual health status and adherence to the protocol, highlighting the importance of personalized health strategies.

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