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People are getting further and further removed from nature both physically and mentally.

All around the world people live at a greater physical distance from nature and immerse themselves in it less frequently.

For example, in Europe humans live 7 percent further from nature now than they did in the year 2000 -- and all countries are following this pattern.

Across multiple studies, scientists are beginning to piece together just how profoundly damaging this shift might prove.

Whether in forests, city parks, or even brief moments outdoors, nature seems to touch parts of our lives that modern life too often neglects.

Here are 10 of the most striking psychological discoveries about the benefits of spending time in nature.

Across cultures and traditions, people have long believed that nurturing the spiritual side of life brings deeper meaning, peace and strength.

Even people who do not believe in God show an intuitive preference for something akin to religious belief.

Now, science is beginning to catch up.

From cutting-edge neuroscience labs to long-term health studies, researchers are uncovering connections between spiritual practices and everything from cardiovascular health to cognitive function.

These 8 studies reveal fascinating effects of spirituality on the mind, brain and our overall wellbeing.

We spend roughly one-third of our adult lives at work, so it would be handy if it didn't make us miserable.

A growing body of psychological research is revealing surprising and often unsettling truths about the modern workplace, from boardroom to factory floor.

Whether the result is depression, loneliness, poor physical health or existential boredom, these 10 studies expose the hidden forces that shape how we feel about our work — and ourselves.