Library Anxiety: How Elements of Morrison's Fourth Place and the Fast Casual Approach from the Restaurant Industry May Make the Academic Library Space More Inviting.

The article explores how concepts from the fast casual restaurant industry and the idea of the "fourth place" can alleviate library anxiety by creating a more inviting academic library space. Topics include the sociology of space theories, equitable space design, and the fast casual movement's elements like flexible seating and attractive surroundings.