Study Reveals Positive Impact of Living Near Nature on Mental and Physical Health in Older Adults

Abstract:

Living near urban green and blue spaces has been associated with improved physical and mental health in older adults, according to a Washington State University study based on data from over 42,000 people in Washington state's urban areas from 2011 to 2019. The research reveals that a 10% increase in forested area within one's postal code is linked to a reduced likelihood of requiring mental health treatment.

Abstract Written By:
Denson Natividad
January 8, 2024
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