Publications by authors named "Phoebe R Bentley"
Article Synopsis
- Language plays a crucial role in how people learn about nature, especially in communicating biodiversity to non-experts.
- Scientists use techniques like analogy and narrative to help increase ecological literacy among the public.
- The article develops a framework based on these techniques to analyze how everyday conversations shape people’s understanding of biodiversity, with implications for future research and education in conservation.
The link between nature and human wellbeing is well established. However, few studies go beyond considering the visual and auditory underpinnings of this relationship, even though engaging with nature is a multisensory experience. While research linking smell to wellbeing exists, it focuses predominantly on smells as a source of nuisance/offence.
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