Building Health and Wellbeing

The journal Health and the Built Environment focuses on topical research on health and the built environment. It builds on the successful reception of the Building Research and Information journal.

Format: Hardback
Length: 252 pages
Publication date: 18 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The built environment significantly impacts health, with various factors contributing to both positive and negative outcomes.
The built environment has a profound impact on health, influencing a wide range of positive and negative outcomes. This field of research builds upon the successful reception of the Building Research and Information journal, which has established itself as a leading source of knowledge in this area.

Research in this field has demonstrated that the design and layout of buildings, neighborhoods, and cities can have a significant influence on physical activity levels, mental health, and overall well-being. For example, studies have shown that access to green spaces, such as parks and gardens, can improve mood, reduce stress, and promote physical activity. Conversely, urbanization and the proliferation of car-dependent transportation systems can lead to sedentary behavior, increased air pollution, and negative mental health outcomes.

Furthermore, the built environment can impact health through the exposure to various environmental hazards, such as toxic chemicals, noise pollution, and poor air quality. These hazards can have short-term and long-term effects on human health, including respiratory problems, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.

To address these challenges, researchers and policymakers are working to create more sustainable and healthy built environments. This includes designing buildings and neighborhoods that promote physical activity, reducing exposure to environmental hazards, and promoting access to healthy food and green spaces.

In conclusion, the built environment plays a critical role in shaping health outcomes, and this field of research is essential for developing effective strategies to promote health and well-being in communities. By understanding the relationship between the built environment and health, we can work towards creating a more sustainable and equitable future for all.

Weight: 639g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032380216