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Principles of Environmental Psychology

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Place Attachment

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The emotional bond between a person and a specific place, which is characterized by a sense of belonging and a desire to maintain continuity with that environment.

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Behavior Setting

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A concept that describes a place characterized by consistent patterns of behavior and the settings that help organize these behaviors, as defined by Roger Barker.

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Privacy Regulation

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Individuals' control over the amount of personal information they share with others and the degree to which they are accessible to others.

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Personal Space

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The physical space immediately surrounding an individual, into which encroachment can feel threatening or uncomfortable.

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Territoriality

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The behavioral and emotional reaction to an area or space considered 'owned' or 'claimed' by a person or group, influencing patterns of movement, interaction, and privacy.

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Environmental Stress

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The response of individuals to environmental conditions that are perceived as harmful or exceeding the individual's capacity to adapt.

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Restorative Environments

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Settings or places that promote recovery from mental fatigue and stress through peaceful and engaging surroundings.

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Biophilia

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An innate affinity of humans towards the natural world, as proposed by Edward O. Wilson, suggesting that people are drawn to nature and biological systems.

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Defensible Space Theory

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A concept introduced by architect Oscar Newman that suggests the design of physical space can lead to areas where people feel a sense of ownership and are thus more likely to care for and defend the space.

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Attention Restoration Theory

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A theory by Stephen and Rachel Kaplan stating that exposure to natural environments restores a person's ability to focus and pays attention, reducing mental fatigue.

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Stimulus-Load Reduction

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The need to manage the amount of sensory input from the environment in order to avoid being overwhelmed and to enhance the ability to focus and process information efficiently.

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Wayfinding

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The process of navigation and spatial orientation that allows individuals to find paths and move through environments effectively.

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Crowding

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A subjective feeling of having too little space due to the presence of too many people, often leading to increased stress and discomfort.

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Environmental Cognition

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The processes by which individuals perceive, comprehend, and remember the physical space around them, which influences navigation and interaction with the environment.

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Ecological Behavior

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The interaction between humans and the environment, where individuals adapt their behaviors based on environmental constraints and opportunities.

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