Honeyman, M.K., 1993, Vegetation and stress: a comparison study of varying amounts of vegetation in countryside and urban scenes, in: Relf, D., ‘The role of horticulture in human well-being and social development’, Timber Press , Portland
- Author : Honeyman, M.K.
- Year : 1993
- Published in Book : The role of horticulture in human well-being and social development
- Pages : 143-145
- Abstract in English : The effect of the visual perception of varying amounts of green vegetation on human stress levels was the central focus of this research. The results of this experiment support the inclusion of vegetation and green spaces in urban design to contribute to the psychology well-being of the general public. Information of this type also provides evidence in the support of the work of landscape architects that include vegetation in urban design and, thereby, create psychologically beneficial urban spaces. As an important moral and civic responsibility, all urban designers should carefully consider the psychological impact that a designed space may have on the public.
- Comments/Notes : KEYWORDS: environmental psychology, well-being, stress, societal significance. UTILITY: lecturers/teachers, academic research, students of universities of professional education