In recent years, the effects of the physical environment on the healing process and well-
being have proved to be increasingly relevant for patients and their families (PF) as well as …

This review of the literature on health care environments and patient outcomes considers
three research themes: patient involvement with health care (eg, the role of patient control) …

Creativity and well‐being are popular subjects in psychological and organizational studies.
The recent literature presented mixed perspectives about the nature of the relationship …

Major challenges continue to influence health promotion and health care reform as we
complete the seventh edition. Health care disparities are ongoing barriers to promoting the …

Human health and well-being are inextricably linked to nature; our connection to the natural
world is part of our biological inheritance. In this engaging book, a pioneer in the field of …

The role of museums in enhancing well-being and improving health through social
intervention is one of the foremost topics of importance in the museums sector today. With an …

Objective: To develop a guideline to help guide healthcare professionals participate
effectively in the design, construction, and occupancy of a new or renovated intensive care …

Hospital rooms may exacerbate or reduce patients' stress. According to Ulrich's (1991)
theory of supportive design, the hospital environment will reduce stress if it fosters …

The goal of DCHP 2000 is to create a multidisciplinary scientific forum for presenting
research and new ideas toward improving the quality of hospital design and care. A premise …

Accessible summary• Evidence to suggest meaningful use of creative arts as an intervention
within mental health across the country is impressive. Results from this review indicate that …