A systematic review of the effects of chronic, slow-onset climate change on mental health

This systematic review examined 57 qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods studies on how chronic, slow-onset climate stressors — droughts, rising temperatures, and shifting ecosystems — affect mental health. Quantitative studies linked these exposures to depression, anxiety, suicide, and general psychological distress, while qualitative studies described feelings of grief, worry, and frustration. Some studies reported mixed or null results, and the authors call for further research into the causal pathways linking gradual climate change to mental health outcomes. 

Key wordsClimate Change and Mental Health

CountriesGlobal