Me and my team created a research website based on existing research of the negative impacts of noise in NYC, as well as the positive cognitive benefits of ambient sound:
“How do we regulate noise in New York City through an emergent system to ultimately promote wellbeing?”
# Positive aspect of noise
Noise increase Creativity : Moderate background noise (around 70 decibels) can enhance human creativity, fostering innovative thinking in workspaces and classrooms.
Cultural Community of Noise : Urban noise, when thoughtfully curated, contributes to the vibrancy and dynamism of city life.
# Negative aspect of noise
Noise impact the speed of behavior : Exposure to noisy urban environments prompts people to walk faster, leading to a more hectic lifestyle with detrimental effects on health and well-being
Impact on mental health : sensitivity to stress increases
Impact on physical health : noise-induced hearing loss from 2 time periods in adults (20–69 years) by race/ethnicity and sex (gender)
Impact on children : impact young children’s academic performance by affecting reading comprehension, concentration, and memory.