Neuroscience has improved our understanding of how the brain perceives and reacts to the environment. It is significant to apply this knowledge to study the impact of residential environments on the health of the elderly, especially in the context of serious health threats. The article begins by summarising theories on residential environment and health. It then reviews studies on the effects of residential environment on the health of the elderly from a neuroscience perspective. Finally, it summarises technical methods of neuroscience and looks forward to interdisciplinary integration of neuroscience and environmental science.

Rong Ge. A Review of Research on the Effects of Residential Environment on the Health of Older Adults from a Neuroscience Perspective. Academic Journal of Environment & Earth Science (2024), Vol. 6, Issue 1: 1-6. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJEE.2024.060101.

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