Today we're going to discuss the impact of urban green spaces on mental health. A recent study conducted in Melbourne followed 2,000 residents over five years. Participants who lived within 300 meters of a park reported 20% lower levels of stress. Interestingly, the size of the green area mattered less than its accessibility. The study also found that community gardens, though smaller, had a stronger social benefit than large parks. However, researchers noted that the effect was weaker for people who already had high social support. So, while green spaces help, they are not a substitute for human connection.
❓ According to the lecture, what did the study in Melbourne find about the size of green spaces?
A. A) Larger green spaces always lead to greater stress reduction.
B. B) The size of the green area was less important than how easy it was to reach.
C. C) Community gardens were less beneficial than large parks.
D. D) The effect of green spaces was stronger for people with high social support.
✅ 正确答案
B) The size of the green area was less important than how easy it was to reach.