Technobiophilia: Nature and human interactions in the digital age

Oe, Hiroko; Yamaoka, Yasuyuki; Weeks, Max

doi:10.1080/23311983.2022.2068823

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“…They also confirm the results from the questionnaire (see section 5.5.2) by demonstrating that PNAs can use social media to support the symbolic experience of nature online and that symbolic experience may activate the social media users' biophilic inclination (Oe et al, 2022).…”

Section: The Use Of the Experiential Function Of Social Media To Gene...supporting

confidence: 76%

“…These results are supported by studies showing that emotions can interact with individuals' cognition and lead them to take action (Déchaux, 2014) or that emotions can promote sustainable behaviours (Brosch, 2021). Also, Oe et al (2022) hypothesise that experiencing Nature in cyberspace can be an attempt to recreate a symbiotic relationship between social media users and Nature. The findings of the interviews align with this argument, showing that PNAs try to activate their visitors' biophilia (love for Nature) online via digital tools.…”

Section: The Use Of the Experiential Function Of Social Media To Gene...mentioning

confidence: 74%

“…It also implies a cycle of disaffection that can have disastrous consequences ". The results of this study show that Technobiophilia and the symbolic experience of Nature in cyberspace can represent an opportunity for conservation organisations to act against this "extinction of experience" by reaching out to urban and non-traditional visitors (Klein & Hilbig, 2018;Oe et al, 2022;Thomas, 2013). Also, it shows that the experiential function of Web 2.0 can generate positive emotions toward Nature.…”

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confidence: 92%

“…In doing so, this study contributes to the scarce literature on techno-biophilia that examines the relationship between Individuals and Nature in cyberspace and how it can potentially support PEBs in the "real world" (Oe et al, 2022;Thomas, 2013).…”

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This research was carried out in the context of the urgent global challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss. These ecological challenges have led both society and global institutions to consider environmental education as a key element in the transition toward a more sustainable future. At the same time, the digital transformation of organisations and society offers new opportunities to improve education and communication to promote positive environmental behaviours. This study seeks to contribute to mitigating current ecological challenges by strategically using digital advances to improve education and catalyse positive change. This is done by investigating the interplay between the digital practices of organisations and their impact on education for sustainable development.Protected natural areas in France were used as a case study, given their dual significance in conservation and education efforts, coupled with their sensitivity to anthropogenic VIII Contents Table

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“…Technobiophilia is "the innate tendency to focus on life and vital processes as they appear in technology" [26], which simply means that humans will use technology to bring nature into their lives, such as setting up a mobile phone or computer screen as a virtual natural landscape. This concept can potentially become an important guiding principle for global environmental protection and urban development [27]. According to Schneider's four-stage theory, forest therapy research is currently in the third stage of scientific research process.…”

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Complementarity with Real Forests: A Conceptual Framework and Narrative Review of Multidimensional Effects in Virtual Forests

Jia,

Xu,

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Numerous studies have confirmed the positive impacts of real forests in areas such as stress relief. However, not everyone can visit forests easily. Virtual technologies offer new ways of experiencing forests for people who are hindered by real-life conditions and provide researchers with a manageable mode of study. Recently, there has been an influx of relevant research; however, themes within the overall perspective of the field remain unclear. This study aimed to review the literature and provide an overview of the potential health benefits of virtual forests. Research themes were extracted, and a conceptual framework for the multidimensional effects of virtual forest exposure was proposed from a holistic perspective. We analyzed studies using descriptive analytical methods through the Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed databases and snowball searches. In total, 58 studies were included. This review identified four themes and segments throughout the virtual forest exposure process: core elements, experiences, effects, and circulation. We propose a new conceptual framework for a holistic perspective that incorporates technological features that are specific to virtual environments and makes connections to real forests. Finally, perspectives for future research in virtual forest therapy and its practical implications are discussed.

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Technobiophilia: Nature and human interactions in the digital age

Cited by 2 publications

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Relacionando la sostenibilidad y la transformación digital: la adopción de tecnologías de la información para la ecoalfabetización

Relacionando la sostenibilidad y la transformación digital: la adopción de tecnologías de la información para la ecoalfabetización

Complementarity with Real Forests: A Conceptual Framework and Narrative Review of Multidimensional Effects in Virtual Forests

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