1. **Health Impacts**: Unhealthy living environments can lead to a higher risk of respiratory diseases, such as asthma, due to poor air quality from pollution or mold. Water contamination can cause gastrointestinal issues and other health problems.
2. **Mental Health**: Living in an unhealthy environment can contribute to stress, anxiety, and depression. For example, overcrowded or noisy neighborhoods can affect mental well-being, as can living near environmental hazards like landfills or industrial sites.
3. **Economic Burden**: Unhealthy living conditions can lead to increased healthcare costs due to higher rates of illness and disease. Additionally, decreased property values in polluted or unsafe areas can hinder economic opportunities for residents and deter investment in the community.
