The possible mental health effects of city living affects a lot of people. The World Health Organization estimates that 54 percent of the world’s population lived in urban areas in 2014. The WHO adds that that amount will increase to 66 percent by 2050. People often move to cities for better jobs and more cultural activities. But are they putting themselves at risk? Maybe. Experts at the American Psychiatry Association say that natural environments or green spaces do much for good our mental health. Many studies have shown that nature can calm us and make us feel happy. Nature, experts say, can also help us learn better. And experiencing nature helps people recover from the mental tiredness that comes from day-to-day work.

What does urban mean?
on the sea
high above
underground
of or relating to cities and the people who live in them
People often move to cities for what?
better schools
better jobs and more cultural activities
new friends
family
The possible mental health effects of city living affects a lot of people.
working too hard
eating junk food
city living
running