Abstract
Abstract The article presents the results from a Danish representative study of the use of green areas; the importance of access; and the effect of access to green areas, as well as use frequency, on mental stress. Results indicate that the users of green areas are mainly attracted by the possibility of experiencing greenery and nature; that time constraints and climate are major obstacles to the use of green areas; and that ease of access from the home has a substantial impact on use frequencies. The results also indicate that short distances to green areas from the dwelling and high frequency of use for green areas and gardens are related to lower levels of mental stress. The effect of green areas on mental stress has made green space a target and a tool in health policy and urban planning in the City of Copenhagen. Policies will improve access to green areas and increase the attractiveness of the areas with the aim of increasing the use of green areas and the exposure to greenery and it is hoped that this will increase the health standard of the inhabitants of Copenhagen.
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