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Directing attention may dampen brain inflammation, study finds
A Nature Human Behaviour study cited by The Washington Post shows that focusing on pain or itch reduces inflammation more than distraction, highlighting a brain–immune link and suggesting mind–body practices like meditation may influence immune responses, though more research is needed.
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Outdoor therapy goes mainstream as clinicians embrace nature-based sessions
A growing number of therapists are offering outdoor therapy—such as walk-and-talks and nature-based sessions—citing mood and memory benefits. Clinicians report clients opening up more during movement and in natural settings, drawing on research and real-world experiments, while weather and practicalities can affect how widely the approach is adopted.