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Abstract
The concept of psychologically friendly cities has increasingly influenced urban planning. Within this framework, real estate significantly affects urban development and resident well-being. This study examines the impact of the real estate market on mental health across various Chinese provinces. We collected data from 29 provinces in 2023, including psychoemotional values, availability of mental health facilities, housing prices, household sizes, and real estate metrics. Our correlation analysis identified a significant relationship between psychoemotional values, mental health facilities, and housing statistics in these provinces. Moreover, multiple linear regression analysis suggested that lower housing prices correlate with improved mental health outcomes, whereas a higher total number of housing units negatively affects these outcomes, necessitating more mental health institutions (r² = 0.673). These results underscore the need for managing housing prices and ensuring sustainable real estate development to enhance mental well-being in urban environments. Consequently, it is crucial for local governments to integrate these considerations to foster healthier living conditions for their populations.
Jiayi Liu is now majoring in Urban Design in the College of Architecture and Urban Planning from Tongji University. Her main research interests include urban design, urban planning, urban renewal, real estate, architectural design and so on. She also conducts field research and design related to rural revitalization.