2024
Yes
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envres.2024.119490
Zhang, Xiyan
Asia
Observational
Epidemiology Study
Students
Elementary (K-5)
Middle/Jr High (6-8)
High School (9-12)
Particulate Matter (PM)
Lighting
Air quality
Vegetation
Vision
Green space
Cognative function
Stress/Anxiety
School visual environment
Students
Vision impairment
Depression symptoms
This prospective cohort study of 15,000+ students in eastern China examined school visual environment factors and depression. Better lighting, air quality, green space, and exercise were linked to lower depressive symptoms, informing school mental health strategies.