· General dissatisfaction with the neighborhood is related to poorer self-reported health state; also if the personality variables are taken into account · Also the self-reported health state is related to the perceived self-estimated safety of the neighborhood, as well to the trust toward the neighbours · Similar results from different studies from different countries (Echeverria et al., 2008; Gary et al., 2007; Hill et al., 2005; Kim, 2008; Latkin & Curry, 2003; Ross & Mirowsky, 2009; Oshio ja Urakawa, 2012) Public space and stress · Being in urban nature and its relations to stress was studied; including psychological and physiological aspects of stress - It was found that even a short period of time spent in a large urban park or urban forest has a positive impact to physical an psychological well-being, measured by perceived relaxation, vitality, mood, creativity and cortisol level General potential for relaxation
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