positiveSYS.SOURCE: Yale E360• 2026-08-26T13:48:03Z
Urban Woodland Proximity Associated with Reduced Antidepressant Prescription Rates
A study in Scotland found that proximity to urban woodlands reduced antidepressant prescriptions by 10% and anxiety medication by 6%, linked to the Woods In and Around Towns program. Researchers from Edinburgh and Glasgow highlight the mental health benefits of green spaces, supporting urban planning strategies for public health.
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