Chronic impacts of natural infrastructure on the physical and psychological health of university students during and after COVID-19: a case study of Chengdu, China
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.University students experienced reduced stress and recognized nature's therapeutic value during the COVID-19 pandemic. Urban natural infrastructure elements positively impacted their physical and psychological well-being, highlighting the need for green spaces in urban planning.
Area Of Science
- Environmental Psychology
- Urban Planning
- Public Health
Background
- The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the health benefits of green spaces.
- Limited research exists on how specific natural infrastructure elements impact well-being during pandemics.
Purpose Of The Study
- To investigate the impact of urban natural infrastructure on students' physical and psychological well-being during the pandemic.
- To identify specific elements of natural infrastructure that positively affect health.
Main Methods
- A study was conducted with 300 students at Sichuan Agricultural University in 2022.
- Assessed impacts of thermal comfort, air quality (negative ion concentration), noise, and light levels.
- Examined effects on physical and psychological well-being.
Main Results
- 65.6% of students reported reduced stress from outdoor spaces.
- 72.8% of students recognized the therapeutic value of nature.
- Specific natural infrastructure elements demonstrated varied positive health effects.
Conclusions
- Urban natural infrastructure is crucial for enhancing well-being, particularly in post-pandemic contexts.
- Integrating natural elements into urban planning can promote outdoor activity and address therapeutic needs.
- Future urban design should consider the specific needs of populations for therapeutic natural spaces.
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