The impact of green spaces on mental health and sleep in children
Green Space, Mental Health and Sleep
This study looks at how spending time in parks and nature can help kids sleep better and feel happier, using GPS to track their time outdoors, so we can learn how to support their mental health through more green spaces.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Brown University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10864065 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how exposure to green spaces affects the mental health and sleep patterns of children. By utilizing GPS technology, the study will measure how much time children spend in green spaces and how this correlates with their sleep duration, timing, and regularity. The research aims to understand the mechanisms behind these effects, including light exposure, physical activity levels, and stress reduction. The findings could provide insights into improving children's mental health through environmental changes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who may be experiencing mental health challenges or sleep issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not children or those who do not have access to green spaces may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health and sleep quality for children by promoting the use of green spaces.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown positive associations between green space exposure and mental health outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Brown University — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Grigsby, Diana Sylvia — Brown University
- Study coordinator: Grigsby, Diana Sylvia
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.