number of perceived sensory dimensions did not predict psychological restoration
Exact: R = 0.219
Number of highly perceived sensory dimensions did not significantly correlate with psychological restoration
Even though environments like blue space had six highly perceived PSDs versus one for open green space, the sheer number of strongly perceived dimensions did not predict restorative outcomes for older adults. This implies that specific PSDs—not their quantity—drive restoration, and some PSDs may even have negative effects on restorativeness.
as well as between psychological restoration and the number of highly perceived PSDs (R = 0.219, p = 0.781).
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participants felt moderately present in the virtual hospital room
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highly stressed patients gained more mental clarity from green nature views
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