Greenspace and depression incidence in the US-based nationwide Nurses' Health Study II: A deep learning analysis of street-view imagery

Key Points

• Depression incidence appears linked to greenspace exposure, indicating environmental effects on mental well-being.
• The study uses deep learning analysis of street-view imagery to quantify greenspace access in participants' neighborhoods.
• Assessment involves data from the Nurses' Health Study II, specifically focusing on mental health outcomes across the cohort.
• Findings highlight the potential role of urban greening as a public health intervention to reduce depression risk.