However, Americans spend less than 8% of their time outdoors and women, youth, and lower-income people have the least time outdoors. [...] Restoring access to the outdoors can reduce the mental health impacts of climate change, promote hope for the future, and reduce fear and stress about climate change. [...] ’State Land As a Healthcare Resource: New York Outdoor Rx Act (A.8094A) requires a review of veterans abilities to access state parks, lands, and facilities, especially for outdoor therapies. [...] Help State Parks Prevent Suicide: State parks may be higher risk areas for suicide due to their remoteness, access, opportunity, and for some, lack of familiarity. [...] Support State Parks Staff After Incidents: States can also encourage that risk and incident management plans include opportunities for staff to attend trainings on mental health as well as offer post-incident support for impacted state land and parks staff.
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