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Neurodivergent young people (NYP) utilise health services more frequently than their peers and are at increased risk of mental health problems, school absenteeism and suspension. Research shows that nature benefits mental health; nature\u2010based education (NBE) may be beneficial to NYP, providing opportunities for improved social skills, positive relationships, increased concentration and motivation outside traditional classrooms. Improved attendance, engagement with schooling, alongside improved support and social inclusion, will likely result in improved physical and mental health for NYP. This systematic scoping review aimed to provide an overview of research related to the impact of NBE on NYP mental health and wellbeing.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Four electronic databases (MEDLINE, APA PsycINFO, Education Resources Information Centre, Education Research Complete) and supplementary grey literature were searched on 18\/09\/24 and 31\/07\/26 and reported according to the PRISMA\u2010ScR checklist. Eligibility criteria included NYP aged 10\u201319\u00a0years, NBE, mental health impact, English language, from 1990 to date. Data were extracted, charted descriptively, and synthesised narratively.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>5767 records were screened, 97 at full text. Ten records (of nine studies) met inclusion criteria. Studies were heterogenous, small, exploratory, largely qualitative, most reported on Forest School and lacked generalisability. Mental health impact was often not the main objective and therefore not robustly captured, but all studies linked NBE to direct and indirect wellbeing benefits, including providing space and enhanced opportunities for social, cognitive, emotional, and motivational development and psychological resilience mechanisms.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Research indicates the positive impact of NBE on mental health. 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