Biodiversity is a cornerstone of human health and well-being. However, while evidence of
the contributions of nature to human health is rapidly building, research into how biodiversity …

Green space matters for mental health but is under constant pressure in an increasingly
urbanising world. Often there is little space available in cities for green areas, so it is vital to …

Research on the association between urban green space and mental health has largely
focused on the presence or quantity of green space, rather than on the spatial distribution of …

Despite a number of studies about how natural environments can affect human health and
well-being, few have examined the potentially different effects of different types of …

We evaluate methods to calculate the economic value of protected areas derived from the
improved mental health of visitors. A conservative global estimate using quality-adjusted life …

The current challenges of urbanization and densification threaten the health of urban
dwellers. Previous studies have shown that contact with; or perception of green spaces has …

Rapid urbanization and the lack of green infrastructure threaten the health of urban dwellers.
Green façades have been proposed as a green infrastructure solution to compensate for the …

Cities have different benefits and risks, but are often stressful environments to live in.
Everyday contact with nearby nature can be a crucial way to alleviate stress and increase …

Accumulated evidence claims that urban green spaces (UGS) have a positive impact on the
physical and mental health of humans. However, little information is available to clearly …

Contact with nature has been proposed as a solution to achieve physiological relaxation
and stress recovery, and a number of scientific verification outcomes have been shown …