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 or garden reported significantly lower stress levels. Interestingly, the size of the green space mattered less than its accessibility. Even small pocket parks, if well-maintained and safe, had a positive effect. The study also found that people who visited these spaces at least once a week showed better emotional resilience. However, the benefits were less pronounced for those living near busy roads, suggesting that noise pollution could offset some advantages.
❓ What did the study in Melbourne find about the relationship between green spaces and mental health?
A. A. Larger parks always provide greater mental health benefits than smaller ones.
B. B. Accessibility and regular visits to green spaces are more important than size.
C. C. Living near busy roads does not affect the mental health benefits of green spaces.
D. D. Only people who visited green spaces daily experienced lower stress levels.
✅ 正确答案
B. Accessibility and regular visits to green spaces are more important than size.