Housing Flashcards
Why is housing an important environmental factor ?
The quality of a persons home can determine their health and well being .
What kind of living conditions could a home be ?
Located in areas with less pollution , quiet and safe , spacious , warm and dry , close to or has safe outdoor space .
What kind of effects do damp and mould spores have on health and well being ?
Respiratory problems , asthma
What kind of effects does overcrowding have on your health and well being ?
Anxiety and depression , difficulty concentrating , sleeping , relationships leading to arguments .
What kind of effects does no open spaces have on health and well being ?
Physically less fit because of lack of exercise .
What kind of effects does no open spaces have on health and well being ?
Physically less fit because of a lack of exercise and physical play .
What kind of effects does poor heating have on health and well being ?
Poor health , heart disease .
What kind of effects does vermin have on health and well being ?
Rats can carry bacterial infections affecting organs , they trigger asthma and carry diseases .
Name some pros about living in city locations ?
Better transport links , close to facilities , easy access to social events , close to health and social care services .
Name some of the cons about living in city locations ?
Polluted , people may feel isolated .
Name some of the pros of living in rural locations ?
sense of community , access to fresh air .
Name some of cons on living in rural locations ?
long commutes to work , more difficult to access health and social care services , people may feel isolated .
