Kaplan Model of Attention Restoration

The Kaplan Model of Attention Restoration suggests that natural environments help restore our ability to concentrate and focus by providing a setting that captures our attention effortlessly. When we’re mentally fatigued from demanding tasks, being in or simply viewing nature allows our attention to rest naturally, reducing stress and mental fatigue. This process occurs because nature engages our attention in a gentle, effortless way, allowing the brain to recover and regain its capacity to concentrate. In short, spending time in natural environments helps refresh our mental energy, making it easier to concentrate afterward.