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Birds and Forests Beat Traffic Noise | Durham News
New research from NC State reveals that combining restored urban forests with birdsong delivers a powerful stress-busting combo—way more effective than either element alone. In a study with over 100 students, forest settings with birdsong lowered stress and boosted mood far more than urban areas with traffic noise—even birdsong alone in the city helped, but only if it wasn’t drowned out by traffic. The key takeaway? Protect and restore city forests, and reduce traffic noise so people can actually hear the birds. These green spaces aren’t just decorative—they’re vital investments in mental…
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