Trends and Knowledge Gaps in the Study of Nature-Based Participation by Latinos in the United States.

ABSTRACT: Mounting evidence supports health and well-being benefits associated with nature experiences, while also highlighting race- and class-based inequalities in access and exposure. We synthesized the literature on nature contact by Latinos in the United States to assess the state of knowledge and strategically identify research needs to improve outcomes and reduce health disparities for this rapidly growing ethnic group. Our systematic review revealed 108 articles with a notable increase in number of papers over the past 3 decades. We noted that the body of research is focused on certain demographic targets (adults in urban areas) with a relative dearth of knowledge for others (children, seniors, and rural areas). Our analysis also revealed strong compartmentalizing of studies into research &l

SUBMITTER: Tandon PS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6025174 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature