Espaços Verdes Urbanos e Sua Influência na Saúde e Qualidade de Vida da População Mundial: Uma Revisão Integrativa

Marcello de Lima Capucho; Frederico Monteiro Neves

doi:10.21664/2238-8869.2025v14i2.p258-270

Authors

Marcello de Lima Capucho Universidade Federal do Sul da Bahia https://orcid.org/0009-0006-6425-3893
Frederico Monteiro Neves Universidade Federal do Sul da Bahia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8836-1307

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21664/2238-8869.2025v14i2.p258-270

Keywords:

urban development, leisure, physical activity, cultural ecosystem services

Abstract

The rapid and unplanned urbanization has become a global phenomenon in recent decades, bringing significant challenges related to quality of life, sustainability, and public health, especially in developing countries. Although urban areas represent less than 1% of Brazil's territory, approximately 87% of the population resides in these spaces. The growing urbanization has led to environmental problems, notably the reduction of Urban Green Spaces (UGSs), which have a direct impact on biodiversity and the well-being of urban communities. The objective of this study is to analyze the state of the art regarding the perception of urban populations on the provision of ecosystem services by UGSs and their relationship with quality of life and health. For this purpose, an integrative review was conducted through the CAPES Journal Portal, which compiles national and international scientific journals. The research was carried out using the MeSH English terms "Physical activity," "Ecosystems," "Urban," and "Perception," with the Boolean operator "AND." Only peer-reviewed articles published in the last five years were selected. The integrative review revealed that UGSs play an important role in promoting health and urban well-being, highlighting their even greater relevance during the COVID-19 pandemic, which underscored the need for accessible and well-planned green spaces. However, the analysis also indicated that physical and social barriers continue to limit the full use of these spaces. Urban planning strategies that address these barriers are essential to maximize the benefits of UGSs. The integration of cultural ecosystem services and community participation stand out as essential factors to ensure the success and sustainability of these spaces. This study offers elements for the improvement of public policies aimed at sustainable urban development, in addition to opening avenues for future research in this emerging area.

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