Is going out more frequently better than staying longer? Evidence from urban green space use and prosocial behavior among young working adults in China | Synapse
March 3, 2026
Is going out more frequently better than staying longer? Evidence from urban green space use and prosocial behavior among young working adults in China
Key Points
Prosocial behavior increases with more frequent visits to urban green spaces, contrasting longer stays.
Findings show that young working adults visiting green spaces at least three times a week exhibit 25% more prosocial actions.
Observational analysis of urban green space use among young working adults in China was conducted over six months.
Indicates the need for more frequent access to urban green spaces to enhance social behaviors among young adults.