Abstract The recent Institute of Medicine report on prevention (National Research Council &
Institute of Medicine, 2009) noted the substantial interrelationship among mental, emotional …

A fascinating look at the evolution of behavioral science, the revolutionary way it's changing
the way we live, and how nurturing environments can increase people's well-being in …

Earlier research on health promotion has emphasized behavior change strategies rather
than environmentally focused interventions. The advantages of integrating lifestyle …

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 …

The theme suggested for this chapter was to predict the future of a wellness enhancement
approach. The author puts his own" spin" on the request. Specifically, the author's objectives …

Developed the concept of psychological wellness and made the case that proportionally
more resources should be directed to the pursuit of this goal. Five pathways to wellness are …

The role natural environments play in human health and wellbeing is attracting increasing
attention. There is growing medical evidence that access to the natural environment can …

The vast majority of people live in urbanized areas. These offer numerous advantages, such
as access to a great variety of entertainment and cultural events, services such as …

This book is addressed to middle-and upper-level mental health workers, community
leaders, researchers, and members of various professions who are interested in and …

Are there certain periods in a child′ s development when he or she may be more sensitive
to specific environmental influences than at earlier or later times? Are preschool teachers …