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Impact of green space activity on older adults’ mental health in “double-aging” communities: a case study of Shangcheng District, Hangzhou

Source: Frontiers - Health • Published: 09 Jun 2026, 00:00

Impact of green space activity on older adults’ mental health in “double-aging” communities: a case study of Shangcheng District, Hangzhou

Green space activity and community renovation in double-aging urban neighborhoods: a research article examining how design, behaviors, and social dynamics relate to older adults' mental health.

Key Takeaways
  • Green space planning indirectly improved mental health through perception and social interaction
  • Higher frequency of social interaction and activity participation directly predicted better mental health
  • Community renovation raised perceptions and mental health, mainly for ages fifty-five to sixty-five
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