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Walkable cities sneak exercise into daily life. Coffee runs, grocery trips and commutes turn into steps that boost dopamine, mood and energy.

Car dependent cities keep you parked in traffic and at desks, fuelling sedentary habits linked to depression and cognitive decline.

Walkable cities invite chance encounters. Smiles on sidewalks, quick chats with neighbours and local shop hellos build connection and fight loneliness.

Car dependent cities keep people alone in cars and homes where isolation quietly chips away at mental well being.

Walkable cities give you options to stroll, bike or take transit. Less car dependence means less traffic stress, more freedom and calmer mornings.

Car dependent cities lock you into unpredictable commutes, noise and road rage that spike cortisol and strain mental health daily

Walkable cities weave green parks and trees into everyday life. Nature exposure lowers stress, improves focus and lifts mood.

Car dependent cities replace trees with asphalt and noise, pumping out pollution that can worsen anxiety, irritability and cognitive performance.

Walkable cities naturally promote activity, connection, calm & nature which are all protectors of mental health.

Car dependent cities lead to more isolation, stress & less movement.

How we build cities is not just transport planning. It needs to consider mental health planning.