1.1 Background and Rationale 1.2 Research Objectives 1.3 Scope and Significance 1.4 Research Questions 1.5 Methodology Overview 1.6 Organization of the Thesis

Chapter 2

2.1 Evolution of Urban Green Spaces and their Impacts on Mental Well-being 2.2 Key Components and Benefits of Green Space Integration in Urban Areas 2.3 Effects on Stress Reduction, Psychological Restoration, and Overall Mental Health 2.4 Previous Studies on the Relationship Between Urban Green Spaces and Mental Well-being 2.5 Gaps in Existing Research 2.6 Conceptual Framework

Chapter 3

3.1 Case Selection and Study Design 3.1.1 Criteria for Selecting Cities with Varied Urban Green Space Characteristics 3.1.2 Comparative Analysis Framework 3.2 Data Collection 3.2.1 Surveys, Interviews, and Psychological Assessments of Residents 3.2.2 Observational Studies on Green Space Quality and Utilization 3.3 Analyzing the Relationship Between Urban Green Spaces and Mental Well-being 3.4 Modeling Techniques for Predicting Mental Health Outcomes Based on Green Space Factors 3.5 Community Engagement and Stakeholder Perspectives 3.6 Policy Analysis and Regulatory Frameworks 3.7 Limitations and Assumptions

Chapter 4

4.1 Analysis of the Relationship Between Urban Green Spaces and Mental Well-being 4.2 Evaluation of Stress Reduction, Psychological Restoration, and Mental Health Outcomes 4.3 Comparative Analysis of Cities with Different Green Space Characteristics 4.4 Resident Perspectives on the Benefits and Challenges of Urban Green Space Integration 4.5 Opportunities and Risks Associated with Promoting Mental Well-being through Urban Greenery 4.6 Implications for Urban Planning and Green Infrastructure Policies

Chapter 5

5.1 Summary of Findings 5.2 Contributions to Existing Knowledge 5.3 Practical Implications for Enhancing Mental Well-being through Urban Green Spaces 5.4 Recommendations for Future Research 5.5 Conclusion