APS
29th APS Annual Convention · 2017
Walking on Sunshine! the Benefits of an Outdoor Study Break on Memory and Mood
- Melissa Burke
Hastings College - Madeleine Sharp
Hastings College - Stephanie Furrer
Hastings College
Abstract
This study examined the influence of being outside on memory and mood. After reporting mood, college students studied a list of words, were randomly assigned to take a walk (indoor/outdoor), and then reported mood and recalled words. Unfortunately, our hypotheses were not supported; discussion will address limitations and future research.
Applied Experimental