__________________________________________________________________________________________________ Mental Health
A LIGHT TOUCH
The benefits of natural daylight on mental health
By Neall Digert
Sunlight , an abundant yet often overlooked resource , is crucial to human health and well-being . As the modern world increasingly embraces indoor living and working environments , Americans spend more than 90 percent of their time indoors on average . Therefore , design professionals must understand the profound impact of natural daylight on mental health .
Fortunately , each day , new research , case studies , design guides and design standards highlight the importance of daylight as a source of interior lighting that uniquely drives human health , productivity and happiness . In this article , we will delve into the myriad benefits of daylight , exploring its influence on mood , cognitive function , sleep patterns and overall mental well-being .
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