Urban regeneration of urban green and blue spaces (UGBS) is assumed to benefit
residents' mental wellbeing. However, the mechanistic pathways linking UGBS to wellbeing …

There is growing evidence that spending time in or around water bodies or 'blue spaces' can
result in improved human health. To date, investigations of the health-promoting potential of …

Discourses concerning the potential health benefits of blue-green infrastructure (BGI) have
gained momentum, highlighting its positive influence on human health and wellbeing. While …

The role of neighbourhood nature in promoting good health is increasingly recognised in
policy and practice, but consistent evidence for the underlying mechanisms is lacking …

University students frequently experience high levels of stress, depression, anxiety, and a
variety of other mental health challenges. There is growing evidence that university campus …

Inland blue spaces, or freshwater environments, have been shown to provide people with
positive mental health and wellbeing outcomes. Most inland blue space research focusing …

Human interactions with freshwater blue spaces promote various benefits to well-being,
which can be framed by the cultural ecosystem services (CES) concept. However, small …

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of incorporating nature-based
solutions in urban design, in order to create sustainable and resilient cities. Inspired by …

Recreational blue space use generates important social benefits, that are supported by
proximity to coastal and freshwater spaces. Yet, little research has explored different …

Urban parks have been found to provide mental health benefits. Some empirical studies
have tested natural features and perceptual measures respectively, announcing their …