Art and Design for Wellness of Pediatrics in the Built Environment

In the realm of urban development, the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals highlight the crucial role of enhancing citizen well-being. Specifically, the increasing challenges posed by post-coronavirus disease and rising urban populations have heightened concerns over health outcomes. Traditionally, art therapy (AT), a form of expressive therapy that uses creative processes to improve health and quality of life, has shown promising results in this space. Art, along with thoughtful design and environment considerations, importantly influences mental health outcomes. For instance, architectural and building designs that factor in mental well-being can act as both therapeutic and healing spaces, designed to alleviate stress and foster recovery through aesthetic improvements.



This research topic aims to build a robust base of studies that substantiate the benefits of integrating art and design into pediatric care settings, particularly in the context of the built environment. These integrations are seen not only as enhancements to aesthetic and environmental quality but also as crucial elements in promoting pediatric mental health and overall wellness, contributing significantly to the broader goals of sustainable development.



To further understand these dynamics, this study limits its focus to pediatric environments within urban settings. Specifically, the research encourages contributions aligned with a variety of themes, such as:



Sustainable development with a focus on pediatric needs

Adapting smart city concepts for pediatric health enhancements

The role of digital technology in pediatric care within the built environment

Efficacy and applications of art therapy in pediatric settings

Designs that provide therapeutic and healing experiences for children

Mental health improvements through environmental design

Overall wellness and well-being for children in urban settings

By examining these themes, the research seeks to catalyze advancements in both theory and practical applications, paving the way for more effective and comprehensive health and wellness strategies for young populations in cities.

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• Brief Research Report
• Case Report
• Classification
• Clinical Trial
• Community Case Study
• Data Report
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• General Commentary
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Article types

This Research Topic accepts the following article types, unless otherwise specified in the Research Topic description:

• Brief Research Report
• Case Report
• Classification
• Clinical Trial
• Community Case Study
• Data Report
• Editorial
• FAIR² Data
• General Commentary
• Hypothesis and Theory
• Methods
• Mini Review
• Opinion
• Original Research
• Perspective
• Policy and Practice Reviews
• Policy Brief
• Review
• Study Protocol
• Systematic Review
• Technology and Code

Keywords: Art therapy (AT), Therapeutic and healing design, Well-being, Built Environment, Digital technology

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