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The Relationship between Social Cohesion and Urban Green Space: An Avenue for Health Promotion

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Jennings, Viniece, Bamkole, Omoshalewa·2019·International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
DOI 10.3390/ijerph16030452PMC PMC6388234
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Social cohesion involves the interpersonal dynamics and sense of connection among people. Increased social cohesion can be associated with various physical and psychological health benefits. The presence of urban green spaces can encourage positive social interactions that cultivate social cohesion in ways that enhance health and well-being. Urban green spaces have also been linked to positive health behaviors and outcomes including increased physical activity and social engagement. Understanding the relationship between social cohesion and urban green space is important for informing holistic approaches to health. In this article, we discuss how positive interactions in urban green space can catalyze social cohesion, social capital and critical health-promoting behaviors that may enhance psychological health and well-being. We also summarize the strengths and limitations of previous studies and suggest directions for future research.

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Authors
Jennings, V., & Bamkole, O.
Affiliations
  • US Forest Service (US)
  • Emory University (US)
Corresponding author
Jennings, Viniece
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Venue
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Publisher
MDPI AG
Published
2019-02-04
Volume
16
Issue
3
Pages
452
ISSN
1660-4601 (ISSN-L)
DOI
10.3390/ijerph16030452
PMC
PMC6388234
OpenAlex
W2912746916
Cited by
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References
9
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FWCI
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Language
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Topics
  • Physical Sciences › Environmental Science › Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis › Urban Green Space and Health
  • Social Sciences › Health › Health disparities and outcomes
  • Social Sciences › Transportation › Urban Transport and Accessibility
Keywords
social cohesion, urban green space, health promotion, social capital, social interaction, physical activity, psychological well-being, health behavior, social engagement
MeSH terms
Parks, Recreational, Environment Design, Health Promotion, Humans, Interpersonal Relations, Mental Health, Urban Health, Health Behavior, Social Capital

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