Today’s young adults are coming of age under the looming shadow of climate change. While awareness is high among Millennials and Gen Z, so too is the emotional burden. Climate …
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Climate change is creating a growing wave of environmental displacement, forcing millions to leave their homes due to floods, droughts, hurricanes, rising seas, and wildfires. Unlike economic or political refugees, …
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) typically refers to depression linked to seasonal light changes, most commonly in winter months. However, as climate change alters weather patterns, the predictability of seasons—and consequently, …
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Coined by philosopher Glenn Albrecht, “solastalgia” describes the distress caused by environmental changes to one’s home environment. Unlike nostalgia, which is longing for a place from the past, solastalgia occurs …
Climate change is worsening air quality in many parts of the world, with serious consequences for both physical and mental health. Increased wildfires, longer pollen seasons, and industrial emissions contribute …
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Drought is a slow-moving but devastating consequence of climate change, affecting water supplies, agriculture, and food security worldwide. As crops fail and livestock die, entire communities face financial ruin, displacement, …
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Wildfires are increasing in frequency and intensity due to rising temperatures and prolonged droughts, leaving more than physical destruction in their wake. Survivors often face overwhelming psychological distress after losing …
