University of Canterbury study links environment to youth mental health
A University of Canterbury-led study involving nearly one million New Zealand young people shows environmental factors are linked to their mental health.
Researchers tracked millions of youths
The research team analyzed data collected between 2013 and 2018. They followed the lives of 957,381 individuals aged 10 to 24 years old.
Healthy Location Index measures features
Scientists used a specific metric called the Healthy Location Index to evaluate surroundings. This tool combines ten different aspects of both built and natural environments.
Better settings improve mental health
People living in areas with more green spaces and supermarkets tend to have better outcomes. Conversely, locations with many fast-food outlets or alcohol shops show different results for residents.
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