Use of Geographic Information Systems to Explore Associations between Neighborhood Attributes and Mental Health Outcomes in Adults: A Systematic Review.

Young-Shin ParkBarbara J McMorrisLisiane PruinelliYing SongMerrie J KaasJean F Wyman

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2021)

Neighborhood attributes are important factors influencing mental health in adults. Consensus may be needed on how to standardize the neighborhood unit or GIS-derived measures of neighborhoods in order to explain depression or psychological distress in diverse adult populations.

Keyphrases

mental health
physical activity
mental illness
sleep quality
depressive symptoms
type diabetes
health information
adipose tissue
social media
glycemic control