Study on the Benefits of Urban Green Spaces for Depressive Disorder
Exposure to air pollution not only harms the lungs and heart, but is also linked to psychiatric conditions such as depression.
The Freedom project investigates how urban greenness can improve the symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder, contributing to a more favourable course of the illness.
Freedom is a scientific research project bringing together experts in occupational medicine, psychiatry, and environmental science to explore the positive impact of urban green spaces on mental health.
The Freedom study (Further Exploring Environmental Determinants Of Mental Health) is based on the hypothesis that exposure to urban green spaces may positively influence the condition of individuals affected by Major Depressive Disorder. The aim of the study is to assess how urban greenness may contribute to a more favourable progression of depressive disorder, also investigating the potential biological mechanisms involved.
Associate Professor of Occupational Medicine, Department of Clinical and Community Sciences, University of Milan. Occupational Physician, "Luigi Devoto" Occupational Health Clinic, Occupational Medicine Unit, IRCCS Ca’ Granda Foundation, Ospedale Maggiore Policlinico
Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Clinical and Community Sciences, University of Milan
Coordinator for Dissemination Strategy and Interpretation of Mental Health Data. Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Department of Medical-Surgical and Transplant Physiopathology, University of Milan. Consultant Psychiatrist, Department of Neurosciences and Mental Health, IRCCS Ca’ Granda Foundation, Maggiore Policlinico Hospital
Full Professor of Forest Management and Silviculture, University of Bari Aldo Moro
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This study analyzes the effect of green spaces on the severity of Major Depressive Disorder, highlighting a protective effect.