Objective and subjective evaluation of psychiatric ward redesign
1984
The American Journal of Psychiatry
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 141
Pages 639-644
Author(s): Whitehead, C. C., Polsky, R. H., Crookshank, C., Fik, E.
At the time of this study, relatively little research had been done to explore the potential benefits of incorporating architectural designs geared specifically towards improved patient well-being in psychiatric treatment environments. A “psychoenvironmental” model incorporating therapeutic architectural designs into psychiatric healthcare environments was developed before the publication of this study; however, this particular model had not yet been examined empirically.
Added August 2018
Does the redesign of a psychiatric inpatient unit change the treatment process and outcomes?
2013
Psychiatric Services
Journal Article
Issue 8
Volume 64
Pages 804-807
Author(s): Urbanoski, K. A., Mulsant, B. H., Novotna, G., Ehtesham, S., Rush, B. R.
The overall “atmosphere” of a psychiatric treatment facility could be defined through the availability of patient autonomy and support from peers, the presence of aggressive behavior within the ward, and the general sense of ward organization and rule enforcement.
Added August 2018
Guidelines for the design of a healing garden for the rehabilitation of psychiatric patients
2015
Journal of Agricultural Engineering
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 46
Pages 43-51
Author(s): Erbino, C., Toccolini, A., Vagge, I., Ferrario, P. S.
Healing gardens can be defined as plant-populated areas designed to support and improve patient health and well-being. Previous studies have indicated that healing gardens are effective tools for improving physical and mental health in patients, families, and staff, ultimately leading to reduced care costs and general quality of life.
Added March 2018
Evidence-Based Design Features Improve Sleep Quality Among Psychiatric Inpatients
2017
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 10
Pages 52-63
Author(s): Pyrke, R. J. L., McKinnon, M. C., McNeely, H. E., Ahern, C., Langstaff, K. L., Bieling, P. J.
There are many factors present within psychiatric care facilities that can contribute to disrupted patient sleep patterns. Since poor sleep is widely associated with adverse health outcomes, it is important for designers to understand how the physical environments within mental health facilities can contribute to patient sleep patterns.
Added May 2017
Improving inpatient environments to support patient sleep
2016
International Journal for Quality in Health Care
Journal Article
Issue 5
Volume 28
Pages 540–553
Author(s): DuBose, J. R., Hadi, K.
The importance of sleep in the healing process, as well as the dangers of sleep deprivation, have been thoroughly studied within previously published literature.
Added December 2016
Individualizing hospital care for children and young people with learning disabilities: it's the little things that make the difference
2015
Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 30
Pages 78-86
Author(s): Oulton, K., Sell, D., Kerry, S., Gibson, F.
People with learning disabilities (LDs) represent one of the largest groups with a lifelong disability, reaching nearly 60 million people worldwide. In England alone, it is estimated that 1.5 million people live with an LD, 286,000 of them being children and young people ages 0-17. It has been found that those with LD have more hospital admissions and greater hospital stays than those children without.
Added November 2016
Environmental Variables That Influence Patient Satisfaction: A Review of the Literature
2016
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 10
Pages 155-169
Author(s): MacAllister, L., Zimring, C., Ryherd, E.
This paper is a literature review that compiles a number of studies investigating the layouts and designs of hospitals and work settings, and the influences that these environments have on health and behavioral outcomes in patients. More specifically, this review seeks to identify possible links between physical and social environmental influences to self-reported patient outcomes. The authors wish to more fully understand the elements that influence patient satisfaction, and then begin a discussion over how physical and social environments can be further analyzed to enhance satisfaction.
Added September 2016
Security Implications of Physical Design Attributes in the Emergency Department
2016
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 9
Pages 50-63
Author(s): Pati, D., Pati, S., Harvey, T. E.
In this paper, the authors consider “security” a subset of “safety,” and note that security is imperative for providing efficient patient care, especially in emergency departments (EDs). Security is defined as the protection of people and property, while safety is defined as the broader concept of delivering patient care.
Added September 2016
Built environment instruments for walkability, bikeability, and recreation: Disability and universal design relevant?
2012
Disability and Health Journal
Journal Article
Issue 2
Volume 5
Pages 87-101
Author(s): Gray, J. A., Zimmerman, J. L., Rimmer, J. H.
Added August 2016
Do perceptions of neighbourhood environment influence health? Baseline findings from a British survey of aging
2006
Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health
Journal Article
Issue 6
Volume 60
Pages 476-483
Author(s): Bowling, A.
Added August 2016
Recommended Community Strategies and Measurements to Prevent Obesity in the United States: Implementation and Measurement Guide
2009
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Report
Author(s): Keener, D., Goodman, K., Lowry, A., Zaro, S., Khan, L. K.
Added August 2016
County Health Rankings Key Findings 2014
Author(s): University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute
Added August 2016
An Ecological Approach to Creating Active Living Communities
2006
Annual Review of Public Health
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 27
Pages 297-322
Author(s): Sallis, J. F., Cervero, R. B., Ascher, W., Henderson, K. A., Kraft, M. K., Kerr, J.
Added August 2016
What Is Population Health?
2003-3
American Journal of Public Health
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 93
Pages 380-383
Author(s): Kindig, D., Stoddart, G.
Added August 2016
Using the Community Readiness Model to Examine the Built and Social Environment: A Case Study of the High Point Neighborhood, Seattle, Washington, 2000–2010
2014
Preventing Chronic Disease
Journal Article
Author(s): Buckner-Brown, J., Sharify, D. T., Blake, B., Phillips, T., Whitten, K.
Added August 2016
Built environment and elderly population health: a comprehensive literature review
2014
Clinical Practice & Epidemiology in Mental Health
Journal Article
Author(s): Garin, N., Olaya, B., Miret, M, Ayuso-Mateos, J. L., Power, M., Bucciarelli, P., Haro, J. M.
Added August 2016
Delivering Rural Health in a Changing Health Model: A Qualitative Study Involving Four Hospitals
2016
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 10
Pages 76-86
Author(s): Pati, D., Gaines, K., Valipoor, S.
Added July 2016
The ability of environmental healthcare design strategies to impact event related anxiety in pediatric patients: A comprehensive systematic review
Author(s): Norton-Westwood, D.
Healthcare settings such as hospitals or dentists’ offices have been known to contribute to the anxiety often experienced by patients receiving treatment. Anxiety has been linked to various health concerns, manifesting both physiologically and psychologically, that can result in prolonged hospital stays and other complications.
Added June 2016
Effects of an Assisted Living Facility Specifically Designed for Individuals with Memory Disorders: A Pilot Study
2014
Journal of Housing For the Elderly
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 28
Pages 399-409
Author(s): Springate, B. A., Talwar, A. K., Tremont, G.
A 2007 study estimated that 14% of individuals over the age of 71 have dementia, and many of those individuals require some level of support with daily life. Furthermore, many of these individuals eventually move to assisted living (AL) facilities or nursing homes as they begin to require more assistance. Many people choose AL facilities due to pricing or the desire to be assisted rather than nursed. Previous studies have indicated that the physical environment of nursing homes can influence the overall well-being of residents with dementia. However, relatively few studies have assessed the effects of AL facility environments on the well-being of dementia patients.
Added June 2016
Altering micro-environments to change population health behaviour: Towards an evidence base for choice architecture interventions
2013
BMC Public Health
Journal Article
Issue 1
Volume 13
Pages 1218
Author(s): Hollands, G. J., Shemilt, I., Marteau, T. M., Jebb, S. A., Kelly, M. P., Nakamura, R., Suhrcke, M., Ogilvie, D.
Added June 2016
