Robert Thayer

Robert Thayer is an American psychologist known for his work on mood and behavior, particularly in the context of environmental psychology. He developed the concept of "Environmental Psychology," which studies how our surroundings influence our emotions and actions. Thayer introduced the "Activation-Deactivation Adjective Check List" to measure mood states and emphasized the importance of natural environments in enhancing well-being. His research highlights how aspects like color, lighting, and space impact our feelings, promoting the idea that thoughtfully designed environments can improve our mental health and quality of life.