Substandard housing: a devastating impact on mental health

When housing is in poor condition, it fails to fulfill its social and individual functions. This leads to health problems, a lack of stability, and a lack of privacy. Housing becomes a source of shame. Everyday activities that contribute to maintaining good health—eating, sleeping, personal hygiene, tidying up, growing and developing, and feeling safe—cannot be carried out satisfactorily. These are some of the conclusions of the Qualisurv-Habitat study.

Author(s): Colleville Anne-Claire, Kermarec Florence

Publishing year: 2021

Pages: 13-15

Health in Action, 2021, n° 457, p. 13-15

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