People living in a neighborhood with more birds and trees are less likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and stress.The study has found that even the surrounding nature can also play an important role in keeping mentally fit along with physical health.

According to The Telegraph, the study which involved 270 from the areas around Bedford, Luton, and Milton, found that lower level of depression is associated with birdwatching in the afternoon. The researchers found that it did not matter what species of bird they are watching.

The University of Exeter research fellow researcher Dr. Daniel Cox has led the study. He reported the study reveals that some key components of nature play for our mental well-being. The research was first published in the Bioscience journal.

Science Daily has reported that the British Trust for Ornithology and the University of Queensland was also part of the research. They also found that those who spend less time outdoors than they are used to be are more likely to report they feel anxious or depressed.

According to the researcher, the visual observation of nature is helpful in lowering the stress the anxiety for human beings. Watching birds makes people feel relaxed. This is played an important role in lowering down stress and anxiety levels in a person.

The scientists who are part of the research reported that birds around the home and nature show great promise in preventive health care. They are making cities healthier and happier place to live. The previous studies put the change in well-being down to the fact people feel relaxed and connected to nature when looking at birds and trees.

Therefore, nature not only gives us mental benefit it also provides physical benefit. Fresh oxygen, challenging treks, melodious nature etc all can contribute to mental health.

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