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Environmental Psychology and Human Well-Being (ePub eBook)


Environmental Psychology and Human Well-Being (ePub eBook)

eBook by Devlin, Ann Sloan;

Environmental Psychology and Human Well-Being (ePub eBook)

£76.95

ISBN:
9780128114827
Publication Date:
21 Aug 2018
Publisher:
Elsevier Science & Technology
Imprint:
Academic Press
Pages:
482 pages
Format:
eBook
For delivery:
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Environmental Psychology and Human Well-Being (ePub eBook)

Description

Environmental Psychology and Human Well-Being: Effects of Built and Natural Settings provides a better understanding of the way in which mental and physical well-being is affected by physical environments, along with insights into how the design of these environments might be improved to support better health outcomes. The book reviews the history of the field, discusses theoretical constructs in guiding research and design, and provides an up-to-date survey of research findings. Core psychological constructs, such as personal space, territoriality, privacy, resilience, stress, and more are integrated into each environment covered. • Provides research-based insight into how an environment can impact mental and physical health and well-being • Integrates core psychological constructs, such as coping, place attachment, social support, and perceived control into each environment discussed • Includes discussion of Kaplan's Attention Restoration Theory and Ulrich's Stress Reduction Theory • Covers educational settings, workplace settings, environments for active living, housing for the elderly, natural settings, correctional facilities, and more

Contents

1. Concepts, Theories, and Research Approaches 2. A Typology of Suburban Experiences in the United States 3. Residential Environments and Active Living 4. Housing for Older Adults 5. City Life and Well-being 6. The Role of the Physical Environment in Education 7. Workplace Settings 8. The Environment and Consumer Behavior 9. Everyday and Nearby Natural Environments 10. Behavioral Impact of Naturalistic and Wilderness Settings 11. Can Correctional Environments Be Humane? A Case for Evidence-based and Value-based Design 12. Healthcare Settings 13. Designing Mental and Behavioral Facilities: Psychological, Social and Cultural Issues 14. Memory Care and Alzheimer's Units 15. Therapeutic Landscapes

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