Environmental Psychology and Human Well-Being

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 affected by physical environments, along with insights into how the design of these environments might be improved to support better health outcomes. The book reviews the history of the field, discusses theoretical constructs in guiding research and design, and provides an up-to-date survey of research findings. Core psychological constructs, such as personal space, territoriality, privacy, resilience, stress, and more are integrated into each environment covered.
- Provides research-based insight into how an environment can impact mental and physical health and well-being- Integrates core psychological constructs, such as coping, place attachment, social support, and perceived control into each environment discussed- Includes discussion of Kaplan's Attention Restoration Theory and Ulrich's Stress Reduction Theory- Covers educational settings, workplace settings, environments for active living, housing for the elderly, natural settings, correctional facilities, and more

During her career of almost 5 decades, Dr. Devlin taught courses on environmental psychology, cognitive processes, I/O, and research methods. She frequently writes about evidence-based design, is a former Woodrow Wilson Fellow, and the recipient of several Mellon Foundation grants. She has published over 70 journal articles and chapters, served as the editor-in-chief of Environment and Behavior (SAGE), has authored 8 books (including the current one), a number of which focus on the built environment [e.g.,Transforming the Doctor's Office: Principles of Evidence-Based Design (2015, Routledge); What Americans Build and Why: Psychological Perspectives (2010, Cambridge)].

1. Concepts, Theories, and Research Approaches2. A Typology of Suburban Experiences in the United States3. Residential Environments and Active Living4. Housing for Older Adults5. City Life and Well-being6. The Role of the Physical Environment in Education7. Workplace Settings8. The Environment and Consumer Behavior9. Everyday and Nearby Natural Environments10. Behavioral Impact of Naturalistic and Wilderness Settings11. Can Correctional Environments Be Humane? A Case for Evidence-based and Value-based Design12. Healthcare Settings13. Designing Mental and Behavioral Facilities: Psychological, Social and Cultural Issues14. Memory Care and Alzheimer's Units15. Therapeutic Landscapes

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