Good morning, everyone. Today we're going to discuss the impact of urban green spaces on mental health. A recent study conducted in Melbourne followed over 2,000 residents for five years. The researchers found that people living within 300 meters of a park or garden reported significantly lower levels of stress and anxiety. Interestingly, the size of the green space mattered less than its accessibility. Even small pocket parks had a positive effect if they were easy to reach on foot. However, the study also noted that the benefits were stronger for older adults than for younger participants. So, what does this mean for city planning? It suggests we should focus on creating more small, well-connected green areas rather than relying solely on large central parks.
❓ According to the lecture, what did the study in Melbourne find about the size of urban green spaces?
A. A. Larger parks are always more beneficial for mental health.
B. B. The size of the green space was less important than how easy it was to access.
C. C. Only parks over 300 meters in size had a positive effect.
D. D. Accessibility only mattered for older adults.
✅ 正确答案
B. The size of the green space was less important than how easy it was to access.