JOURNAL ARTICLE

Research Findings from Hannover Medical School Update Understanding of Mental Health Diseases and Conditions (Needs to connect to urban nature in female university students from Southern Germany: a mixed methods concept mapping study).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2026. P. 752 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

This article focuses on a study examining urban nature connectedness among female university students in Southern Germany and its implications for mental health. Conducted by researchers at Hannover Medical School, the study found that urban nature connectedness was relatively low and identified nine needs related to this connection, primarily within situational contexts, suggesting it is more a state than a trait. The research highlights accessibility as a key factor and recommends that future studies develop robust measures and interventions to enhance urban nature connectedness. The findings aim to inform policymakers and city planners on optimizing urban design to improve mental health outcomes for urban residents. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2026/03, p752
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Life Sciences
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:192552781
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