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Esther Sternberg — The Science of Healing Places

On Being with Krista Tippett
On Being with Krista Tippett
Episode • Oct 24, 2013 • 51m

Esther Sternberg — The Science of Healing Places

The light and smells in places like hospitals can often depress us. And, our favorite room at home keeps us sane. But why? Immunologist Esther Sternberg explains the scientific research revealing how physical spaces create stress and make us sick — and how good design can trigger our “brain’s internal pharmacies” and help heal us.