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own. <br />Productivity <br />Mental, or cognitive fatigue can occur following periods of <br />intense concentration or directed attention. Symptoms of <br />cognitive fatigue include: irritability, lack of concentration, <br />inability to solve problems, and increased likelihood of <br />making mistakes or causing accidents. Working adults and <br />students alike are prone to cognitive fatigue as there is an <br />increased demand for their concentration for long periods, <br />often without frequent breaks or a changes in scenery. This <br />is especially true at a time where Americans generally tend <br />be overworked . We have more structured activities and tasks <br />that extend far past the end of our workdays. The Attention <br />Restoration Theory, or ART, suggests that certain environments <br />can actually help individuals recover from mental fatigue. <br />Restorative environments provide time away from tasks that <br />require voluntary or directed attention, which allows the <br />mind to recharge. Natural settings are particularly effective as <br />restorative settings. These environments allow the mind to pay <br />attention with little effort so it can relax and recover. Even brief <br />glimpses or short amounts of time spent in a natural setting can <br />improve brain performance and reduce stress. Visiting parks <br />or engaging in recreation activities can act as a way to be in <br />nature, socialize with others, and gain the benefits from being <br />in a restorative environment. <br />More than 80% of the United States population now lives in <br />CITY OF RAMSEY PARK SYSTEM PLAN <br />