title: 10 myths of healing environments. A healthy space doesn't have to be a huge headache.
abstract: The phrase "healing environment" sounds good. But what is it? Can an environment heal? Many people and institutions have shared their interpretations with me. Not surprisingly, the responses varied greatly, containing both accurate information and myth. Exploring these myths provides information critical to understanding the concept of a healing environment.
authors.affiliation: Huelat Parimucha Healthcare Design, Arlington, VA, USA.
authors.forename: B J
authors.initials: BJ
authors.lastname: Huelat
mesh_terms: D005160:Facility Design and Construction / Q000592:standards*; D006272:Health Facility Environment; D006801:Humans; D009229:Mythology; D014481:United States