Conceptualising the power of outdoor adventure activities for subjective well-being: A systematic literature review

Pomfret, Gill; Sand, Manuel; May, Carola

doi:10.1016/j.jort.2023.100641

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“…Prior studies have similarly identified that outdoor hobbies, which facilitate physical activity, social interaction, and emotional expression, contribute to individuals feeling happier [22,64]. Pomfret et al [65] argued that outdoor recreational activities not only benefit mental well-being but also contribute to better physical and mental balance, thereby enhancing resilience [66]. Building on this, Ryu and Heo [67] asserted that engaging in outdoor hobbies enables the elderly to handle risks more effectively and manage anxiety [65].…”

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Outdoor recreational activities and mental well-being of geriatric people in Bangladesh: structural equation modelling

Tohan,

Ahmed,

Juie

et al. 2024

Discov Psychol

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The mental health well-being of elderly individuals in Bangladesh is often neglected at home and nationally. Non-medical interventions become a crucial mental health solution for the population, with outdoor recreational activities, identified as an influential determinants. This study, conducted in Dhaka, the capital city of Bangladesh, aims to explore the relationship between outdoor recreational activities and mental well-being, utilizing the Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) approach. Interviewing 514 older adults, the study considered four dimensions: park activities, social involvement, sports participation, and outdoor hobbies and tourism. The final model indicates that all four dimensions significantly and positively impact the mental well-being of elderly individuals, with sports participation showing the greatest positive effect. Together, these dimensions account for 75.12% of the variance in mental well-being. The nature of the relationship suggests that an increase in outdoor recreational activity corresponds to improved mental well-being. This paper reinforces the idea that engagement in outdoor activities contributes to positive mental health outcomes, aligning with the new physical activity guidelines set by the World Health Organization (WHO) that emphasize the positive relationship between outdoor recreations and life satisfaction. This study strongly recommends people should actively engage in outdoor recreational activities. Additionally, it urges government and private organizations to prioritize the maintenance of public open spaces as essential contributors to the mental well-being of the older population.

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