The health benefits of urban green spaces: a review of the evidence
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Abstract
Background
Urban development projects can be costly and have health impacts. An evidence-based approach to urban planning is therefore essential. However, the evidence for physical and non-physical health benefits of urban green space is unclear.
Methods
A literature search of academic and grey literature was conducted for studies and reviews of the health effects of green space. Articles found were appraised for their relevance, critically reviewed and graded accordingly. Their findings were then thematically categorized.
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Topics
Keywords
- Causality (physics)
- Mental health
- Psychological intervention
- Environmental health
- Confounding
- Built environment
- Space (punctuation)
- Urban green space
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Sustainable cities and communities
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