Richard Louv is an American author and journalist best known for his work on the relationship between nature and human well-being. He gained prominence with his book, Last Child in the Woods, which discusses the concept of "nature-deficit disorder," highlighting the negative effects of reduced outdoor experiences on children. Louv has written several other books, including The Nature Principle and Vitamin N, which further explore the benefits of connecting with nature. He is a co-founder of the Children & Nature Network, an organization dedicated to encouraging children to engage with the natural world for improved health and development.