Youth Centers Studies
Youth Centers Studies
Foreign Studies
• Youth centers enhance social responsibility, foster physical fitness, and improve
leadership abilities (Alhrahsheh, 2020; The Role of Youth Centers in Enhancing Social
Responsibility).
• Youth centers promote civic engagement (Sudbury, 2021; Youth Centers and Community
Involvement).
• Leisure activities in youth centers are crucial for adolescents' psychological, cognitive, and
physical development, promoting health (Eriksson, 2015; The Impact of Leisure Activities
on Youth Development).
• Well-designed youth centers improve quality of life by providing safe environments for
recreation, education, and social interaction (Smith, 2020; Assessing the Impact of Youth
Centers on Quality of Life).
• Participation in youth center activities reduces anxiety and depression (Johnson, 2022;
Mental Health Outcomes of Youth Center Participation).
• Youth centers provide a safe space for self-expression, resilience, and peer connection
(Williams, 2019; Building Resilience through Youth Centers).
• Effective architectural design, including flexible spaces and natural light, enhances the
user experience (Miller & Thompson, 2018; Architectural Design and User Experience in
Youth Centers).
• Roof decks can serve as multifunctional spaces (Johnson, 2023; Utilization of Outdoor
Spaces in Youth Centers).
• U.S. youth center building design adheres to codes from the International Code Council
(ICC) (ICC, 2024; Building Safety Codes for Youth Centers).
• Autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) and Liteblocks offer better insulation and reduced
weight compared to concrete hollow blocks (CHB) (Al-Kharafi & Ghabour, 2020;
Comparative Study of AAC and CHB).
• Liteblocks enhance workability and reduce construction costs (Rathi & Khandv, 2015;
Economic Benefits of Using Liteblocks in Construction).
• AAC blocks reduce material requirements (Thakur & Kumar, 2022; Cost Efficiency in AAC
Block Construction).
• Lightweight materials improve building efficiency (Alengaram et al., 2015; The Benefits of
Lightweight Materials in Construction).
Local Studies
• Liteblocks are cost-efficient and lightweight (Liteblock Philippines, 2024; The Cost
Efficiency of Liteblocks in Construction).
• Liteblocks provide good insulation and reduce structural load (Liteblock Philippines,
2024; Insulation Properties of Liteblocks).
• Liteblocks excel in sound insulation (The Constructor, 2023; Sound Insulation Properties
of Liteblocks).
• The total man-hour required for AAC blocks installation ranges from 62 to 64 hours per
square meter (Ogunsemi et al., 2020; Installation Time Analysis of AAC Blocks).
• Man-hours for Liteblock installation align closely with those of AAC blocks (Mishra et al.,
2023; Comparative Study on Installation Times of Lightweight Blocks).
• Life cycle cost analysis shows AAC blocks can be slightly cheaper than CHB (Bornales et al.,
2023; Life Cycle Cost Analysis of AAC vs. CHB).
• AAC blocks are designed to last 50 years (Del Mundo & Cruz, 2020; Durability and
Lifespan of AAC Blocks).
• Liteblocks combine durability and energy efficiency (Chua & Lim, 2015; The Advantages of
Liteblocks in Modern Construction).
• Engaging in youth center programs positively impacts mental health (Reyes, 2021; Mental
Health Benefits of Youth Center Engagement).
• Youth center programs lead to lower levels of anxiety and depression (Garcia, 2020; Youth
Centers and Emotional Resilience).
• Youth centers foster a sense of belonging and community (Garcia, 2020; Community
Building through Youth Centers).
• Youth centers improve participants' life skills through structured activities (Santos, 2019;
Life Skills Development in Youth Centers).