Effects of the physical environment on children and families in hospital-based emergency departments: A systematic literature review
2023
Journal of Environmental Psychology
Journal Article
Author(s): Gripko, M., Joseph, A., MohammadiGorji, S.
The emergency department (ED) environment is often a very stressful place, especially for young children and their families. Previous studies show that highly stimulating environments may increase anxiety. There are many complex relationships among the physical environment and healthcare outcomes in the emergency department, and themes in this study include control, positive distractions, family and social supports, and designing for a safe and comfortable experience.
Added February 2023
Systematic review on environmental design for adaptive and problem behaviors of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
2023
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 16
Pages 213-239
Author(s): Ellis, N., Yi, Y. J.
Added May 2023
Mapping Healthcare Spaces: A Systematic Scoping Review of Spatial and Behavioral Observation Methods
2022
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 15
Pages 351-374
Author(s): Lipson-Smith, R., McLaughlan, R.
Added April 2022
The role of methodological choices in the effects of experimental exposure to simulated natural landscapes on human health and cognitive performance: A systematic review
2021
Environment and Behavior
Journal Article
Issue 7
Volume 53
Pages 687-731
Author(s): Browning, M. H. E. M., Saeidi-Rizi, F., McAnirlin, O., Yoon, H., Pei, Y.
Added February 2020
Mental health outcome measures in environmental design research: A critical review
2021
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 14
Pages 331-357
Author(s): Shin, J., Dennis, S., Mohammed, H.
While recent studies show a relationship between well-being and the built environment, few focus specifically on mental health. This study found that access to nature and other design elements of the built environment can improve positive affect (pleasurable feelings), vitality (energy or aliveness), executive functioning (memory, concentration), mood, and general well-being—while also decreasing cortisol (stress).
Added May 2021
A systems framework for understanding the environment’s relation to clinical teamwork: A systematic literature review of empirical studies
2020
Environment and Behavior
Journal Article
Issue 7
Volume 52
Pages 726–760
Author(s): Peavey, E., Cai, H.
Added December 2018
The Role of Environmental Design in Cancer Prevention, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Survivorship: A Systematic Literature Review
2018
HERD: Health Environments Research & Design Journal
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 11
Pages 18–32
Author(s): Gharaveis, A., Kazem-Zadeh, M.
Approximately 1.6 million new cancer cases are diagnosed annually in the United States. New techniques for treating cancer are constantly being developed, with many healthcare professionals and designers turning towards more patient-centered services and designs to achieve better patient outcomes.
Added February 2018
Impact of Multisensory Environments on Behavior for People With Dementia: A Systematic Literature Review
2017
The Gerontologist
Journal Article
Issue 3
Volume 58
Pages e168-e179
Author(s): Lorusso, L. N., Bosch, S. J.
Added September 2017
Developing an evidence base of best practices for integrating computerized systems into the exam room: A systematic review.
2017
Journal of the American Medical Informatics Association
Journal Article
Issue e1
Volume 24
Pages e207-e215
Author(s): Patel, M. R., Vichich, J., Lang, I., Lin, J., Zheng, Kai
The use of electronic health records (EHR) is increasing at medical facilities across the US. Computerized systems provide a better infrastructure for healthcare delivery.
Added December 2017
Healthcare Staffs’ Experiences and Perceptions of Caring for People with Dementia in the Acute Setting: Qualitative Evidence Synthesis
2016
International Journal of Nursing Studies
Journal Article
Author(s): Houghton, C., Murphy, K., Brooker, D., Casey, D.
Dementia is an international health issue that greatly impacts healthcare delivery systems. Individuals with dementia have specific needs when it comes to healthcare, and it seems that, generally, acute care environments aren’t suitable for these individuals. Considering how previous studies have shown that as much as a quarter of individuals utilizing acute hospital services are likely to have dementia, the authors posit that there needs to be a shift in ethos, organization, and environment in which more appropriate care is provided to patients with dementia in acute care settings.
Added June 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
Impact of the Physical Environment of Residential Health, Care, and Support Facilities (RHCSF) on Staff and Residents A Systematic Review of the Literature
2015
Environment and Behavior
Journal Article
Issue 10
Volume 48
Pages 1203-1241
Author(s): Joseph, A., Choi, Y.-S., Quan, X.
Strategies related to the design of the built environment should be considered within the context of the culture of the organization and the resident population. This study of the physical environment of residential health, care, and support facilities addresses the range of settings and population, where other studies have been lacking. The literature review strongly suggests that the built environment is an important component of care provided in residential care settings.
Added May 2016
Effective Use of the Built Environment to Manage Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia: A Systematic Review
2014
PLOS ONE
Journal Article
Issue 12
Volume 9
Pages 1-12
Author(s): Soril, L. J. J., Leggett, L. E., Lorenzetti, D. L., Silvius, J., Robertson, D., Mansell, L., Holroyd-Leduc, J., Noseworthy, T. W., Clement, F. M., Laks, J.
There is a lack of valid and reliable research in the area of impact of built environment interventions in managing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.
Added June 2016
Design Research and Behavioral Health Facilities
2013
The Center for Health Design
Report
Author(s): Shepley, M. M., Pasha, S.
In the interest of determining the state of knowledge on the relationship between behavioral health and the physical environment, the authors explored the literature on research, guidelines, and funding related to this topic.
Added November 2014
Neighborhood environment and physical activity among youth a review
2011
American Journal of Preventive Medicine
Journal Article
Issue 4
Volume 41
Pages 442-455
Author(s): Ding, D., Sallis, J. F., Kerr, J., Lee, S., Rosenberg, D. E.
Added August 2016
