THE ROLE OF URBAN GREEN SPACES IN ENHANCING MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING PANDEMIC: A CASE STUDY OF METROPOLIS

JAMES DEMENOUGU DEMSHAKWA , Prof Sati Y.C , Prof. Erekpitan Omoikhefe Ola-Adisa PhD.

Urban green spaces, mental health, wellbeing, Satisfaction, Perception.

This paper explores the psychological benefits of green spaces during health crises, focusing on how urban parks and gardens in Jos Metropolis have helped residents cope with the stresses of the pandemic. The study investigates the influence of urban green spaces on mental health and wellbeing in Jos Metropolis, Nigeria, focusing on residents' perceptions and sustainable urban development strategies. The quantitative research surveyed 377 residents using a questionnaire. Statistical analysis, including correlation and t-tests, was performed using SPSS version 23. Findings reveal a positive perception of urban green spaces, significantly contributing to residents' mental health and wellbeing. Key results include high satisfaction with green areas enhancing environmental beauty (Mean=4.88, SD=0.90) and providing recreational appeal (Mean=4.45, SD=0.95). Additionally, these areas significantly impact perceived value (Mean=4.78, SD=0.93), prestige (Mean=4.92, SD=8.18), and attachment to the environment (Mean=4.71, SD=0.831). Residents with accessible and functional green spaces express higher satisfaction levels (Cronbach’s Alpha > 0.9). The study underscores the importance of urban greenery in improving urban living conditions, particularly in the area of mental health and wellbeing and offers strategic recommendations for sustainable urban planning. Addressing a gap in literature, this research provides empirical insights into residents' perspectives within Jos Metropolis, contributing to academic discourse and practical urban development approaches.

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"THE ROLE OF URBAN GREEN SPACES IN ENHANCING MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING PANDEMIC: A CASE STUDY OF METROPOLIS ", IJNRD - INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (www.IJNRD.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 10, page no.c400-c423, October-2024, Available :https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2410251.pdf

Volume 9 Issue 10, October-2024

Pages : c400-c423

Paper Reg. ID: IJNRD_301443

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Research Area: Health Science All

Country: Plateau , Plateau , Nigeria

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DOI: http://doi.one/10.1729/Journal.42103

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