Depression is more common in the suburbs than in city centres – new research

Copenhagen, where people enjoy each other's company – and the proximity to the water. Fedor Selivanov/Shutterstock

The rapid growth of cities comes with many challenges. How can we build greener? And how can we support the health and wellbeing of the people living in urban areas?

This seems to involve a trade-off. Many studies show that denser neighbourhoods are relatively better for the planet, but come with higher depression risks.