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Principles of Environmental Psychology
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Territoriality
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.
Environmental Cognition
The processes by which individuals perceive, comprehend, and remember the physical space around them, which influences navigation and interaction with the environment.
Crowding
A subjective feeling of having too little space due to the presence of too many people, often leading to increased stress and discomfort.
Personal Space
The physical space immediately surrounding an individual, into which encroachment can feel threatening or uncomfortable.
Wayfinding
The process of navigation and spatial orientation that allows individuals to find paths and move through environments effectively.
Biophilia
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.
Stimulus-Load Reduction
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.
Behavior Setting
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.
Restorative Environments
Settings or places that promote recovery from mental fatigue and stress through peaceful and engaging surroundings.
Environmental Stress
The response of individuals to environmental conditions that are perceived as harmful or exceeding the individual's capacity to adapt.
Ecological Behavior
The interaction between humans and the environment, where individuals adapt their behaviors based on environmental constraints and opportunities.
Defensible Space Theory
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.
Attention Restoration Theory
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.
Place Attachment
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.
Privacy Regulation
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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