Nature Deficit Disorder

New York Times and Washington Post contributor Richard Louv is the widely respected author of seven previous books. In Last Child in the Woods, Louv illustrates how the alienation of today's children from nature can lead to a host of childhood disorders - and he offers effective methods for healing this rift.

The Nature Principle presents a compelling case that a conscious reconnection to nature can make us whole again and that the future will belong to nature-smart individuals, families, businesses, and communities. Supported by evidence from emerging empirical and theoretical research and eye-opening anecdotes, Louv shows that when we tap into the powers of the natural world we can boost mental acuity and creativity, heal illness, broaden our compassion, and strengthen human bonds.

Marlow loves to run, play ball, and chase rabbits and squirrels! But sometimes, his mind can’t stay on track, and his thoughts feel cluttered and messy. His mom worries that he will get lost, because he’s easily distracted by the busy world, so she introduces Marlow to Lodge, a dog therapist.