This study investigates the profound impact of architectural spatial design on social health within correctional contexts, utilizing the Hamadan Rehabilitation and Training Center as a pivotal case study. The primary objective is to delineate the direct correlation between specific architectural interventions and the enhancement of psychological well-being, concurrently aiming to mitigate behaviors associated with social crises. Recognizing the inherent interrelation between architecture and societal dynamics—where evolving social values and norms reciprocally shape architectural forms and urban infrastructures—this research posits architecture as a critical determinant of social health.Employing a comprehensive mixed-methods approach, the study integrates both qualitative and quantitative strategies. Data collection involved in-depth interviews and structured questionnaires, with subsequent analysis performed using SPSS software to ensure robust statistical validity. The findings unequivocally demonstrate that judicious and contextually appropriate architectural spatial design significantly contributes to the improvement of individuals' social and psychological conditions within such facilities.The theoretical underpinning of this research explores how spatial design influences social behaviors, specifically examining the nexus between physical environmental quality, crime, and social deviance. Key findings highlight the critical importance of various design elements, including optimal spatial configuration, enhanced functionality, integration of natural environments, and the deliberate facilitation of positive social interactions, all of which are instrumental in promoting community health. Ultimately, the study concludes by emphasizing the indispensable need for interdisciplinary collaboration between architects and psychologists to co-create healthier rehabilitation environments, offering concrete recommendations for design improvements that align architectural practices with social and cultural requirements to foster healthier communities and address societal challenges effectively.
Roya Sadeghi Fereshteh (Fri,) studied this question.