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Psychological Distress and Increased Climate Action

Provided by: Yale Program on Climate Change Communication
Scientific Reports
9101112AP

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  • In this Yale report, students will learn about the connection between climate anxiety and the desire to participate in climate action.
  • Students will also see how people experience more or less climate-induced psychological distress depending on their political views, gender, age, race, or socioeconomic status.
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Subjects: Health
Authors: Matthew T. Ballew, Sri Saahitya Uppalapati, Teresa Myers, Jennifer Carman, Eryn Campbell, Seth A. Rosenthal, John E. Kotcher, Anthony Leiserowitz & Edward Maibach
Region: United States
Languages: English

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Yale Program on Climate Change Communication
The Yale Program on Climate Change Communication conducts scientific research on public opinion and behavior. They also engage the public in climate change science and solutions, in partnerships with governments, media, companies, and civil society.

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