Publication year: 2011
Source: Social Science & Medicine, In Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available online 21 April 2011
Godwin, Arku , Isaac, Luginaah , Paul, Mkandawire , Philip, Baiden , Alex B., Asiedu
Although the literature on housing and health is extensive, most research comes from developed countries. Relatively little work on the topic has been done in developing countries such as Ghana where socio-economic and cultural characteristics are generally different. This paper reports on primary research that investigates the relationship between housing and self reported general and mental health in Accra, Ghana. The study focused on how the social and economic dimensions of housing, specifically, demand, control and material attributes (affordability, dwelling type) influence individuals’ attachment to their home as a refuge for daily living. A cross-sectional survey was administered to a…