Déficit de naturaleza, enfermedad del tercer milenio | Arturo Soto | TEDxAntofagasta

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Nature Deficit Disorder

Excessive technology use leads to "Nature Deficit Disorder," causing mental and physical health issues like social isolation, sensory loss, obesity, and heart problems.
Richard Louv coined the term after researching and interviewing experts.

A young man from a disadvantaged background transformed his life through bodyboarding and a deep connection with nature.
He learned to read and understand natural phenomena like wind patterns, ocean currents, tides, and lunar influences on the ocean.
Arturo, a bodyboarder from Antofagasta, Chile, found solace and happiness in the ocean amidst personal struggles.
He started a social work project teaching bodyboarding to vulnerable children, using the ocean for personal growth and empowerment.
His work gained recognition, leading to an invitation to represent Chile in the world bodyboarding tour.
Observing European countries' development, he realized his hometown's natural resource potential.
Upon returning, he expanded his project with a larger school and better facilities.
His student, Claudio, became his partner, recognizing their work's broader impact.

They collaborated with the Universidad Católica and Professor Emilio Richi to develop an academic internship program to share their methodology.
A pilot project took children out of their comfort zones into nature to learn essential life skills like critical thinking, teamwork, active listening, collaboration, empathy, and leadership.
The project's success led to funding from a local company for expansion.

The speaker emphasizes the importance of connecting children with nature to prevent desensitization and foster better human beings.
People should recognize their natural resources' wealth and use them for a sustainable and diversified economy.