Effects of park-based interventions on health-related outcomes: A systematic review

Derose, Kathryn Pitkin; Wallace, Deshira D.; Han, Bing; Cohen, Deborah A.

doi:10.1016/j.ypmed.2021.106528

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“…This research uncovered a strong correlation between public green spaces and quality of life, especially during times of increased uncertainty and stress. These findings complement the plethora of previous research which found links between green spaces and improved physical and mental health, which contribute to a person's overall quality of life [57,[89][90][91]. Together, these findings can be used in new national policies as government officials use this evidence to inform decision making, which relies on clear and concise research findings.…”

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Has the Pandemic Altered Public Perception of How Local Green Spaces Affect Quality of Life in the United Kingdom?

Crossley

Russo

2022

Sustainability

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Green spaces unquestionably improve both physical and mental health, but there is little information on how they affect quality of life. This study investigates whether the public perception of how local green spaces and their impact on quality of life have altered as a result of restrictions imposed by the U.K.’s SARS-CoV-2 pandemic containment strategy. Qualitative data were collected using an online questionnaire distributed via social media platforms and postal flyers. The results clearly demonstrate that 90% of participants believe that green spaces improved their quality of life during the pandemic, with over 85% thinking that green spaces will continue to have a positive impact on their quality of life once the pandemic is over. Whether this is a permanent change in public thinking or a short-term adaptation to the stresses of the pandemic can be assessed in future research studies. More detailed research is required to understand more clearly the aspects and types of green spaces that are the most valuable for improving quality of life so that future ones can be designed to provide maximum benefits.

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Has the Pandemic Altered Public Perception of How Local Green Spaces Affect Quality of Life in the United Kingdom?

Crossley

Russo

2022

Sustainability

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“…There are different strategies to increase the practice of outdoor PA: changing the physical structure of the parks (i.e., adding walking trails) to facilitate physical activity (place level interventions) and/or providing free or low cost group wellness programs in parks (person level intervention) [ 34 ]. Place based interventions were more common than person based interventions [ 35 ]. Only a few studies have evaluated person based interventions in nonclinical populations.…”

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The Effects of Park Based Interventions on Health: The Italian Project “Moving Parks”

Toselli

Bragonzoni

Dallolio

et al. 2022

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Obesity and physical inactivity are global health problems responsible for the risk increment of noncommunicable diseases. To overcome these problems, interventions aimed at increasing physical activity (PA) are necessary. Green space can have a positive influence on promoting PA, so, the aim of the present study was to assess the effectiveness of the project “The moving parks project”, which provides for the administration of PA to citizens within Bologna’s parks (Italy). An ad hoc questionnaire was administered before and after three months of outdoor PA. A total of 329 adult subjects participated in the survey. At follow-up, all psychosocial parameters showed an improvement, with a reduction in the state of tension, sadness and fatigue, and an improvement in the state of energy, serenity, and vitality. The impact of the interventions carried out in the “Moving Parks project” was positive and appears to be a good strategy for improving health outcomes.

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“…park renovations) and person-based interventions (e.g. exercise classes in parks) related to nature and outdoor recreation to identify specific health promotion strategies in future crises ( Derose et al, 2021 ). Future research can investigate the efficacy of these policy measures by directly comparing health outcomes between communities that have implemented such measures and those who have not, controlling for other factors.…”

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Self-reported participation in outdoor and nature-based recreation before and during the COVID-19 pandemic supports psychological health and well-being

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Jackson

Casola

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Wellbeing, Space and Society

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Effects of park-based interventions on health-related outcomes: A systematic review

Cited by 28 publications

References 61 publications

Has the Pandemic Altered Public Perception of How Local Green Spaces Affect Quality of Life in the United Kingdom?

Has the Pandemic Altered Public Perception of How Local Green Spaces Affect Quality of Life in the United Kingdom?

The Effects of Park Based Interventions on Health: The Italian Project “Moving Parks”

Self-reported participation in outdoor and nature-based recreation before and during the COVID-19 pandemic supports psychological health and well-being

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