BLUF
Long-term exposure to traffic noise during childhood and adolescence is linked to higher rates of depression and anxiety later, suggesting everyday environments can quietly shape mental health risk, especially through sleep disruption and chronic stress.Learning Outcomes
- Understand how everyday environmental stressors can influence long-term mental health outcomes.
- Recognise the role of sleep disruption and chronic stress in shaping resilience and wellbeing.
- Apply insights on environmental risk when planning housing, bases, or family support settings.
