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Research Article

From a Morning Forest to a Sunset Beach: Understanding Visual Experiences and the Roles of Personal Characteristics for Designing Relaxing Digital Nature

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Received 22 Jun 2023, Accepted 13 Nov 2023, Published online: 29 Nov 2023

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