Andrew Stier

Doctoral Student, The University of Chicago

Andrew Stier is a doctoral student in integrative neuroscience at the University of Chicago. His research focuses on systematic understandings of thought content and mental health in cities.

Written by Andrew Stier

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Why life is faster but depression is lower in bigger cities

Large cities might seem detrimental to mental health but a comparison of depression rates suggests bigger is better

by Andrew Stier