Climate Change and Mental Health: An Introductory Toolkit for Researchers

Climate change and mental health are two of the greatest global challenges societies face and are deeply interconnected. Climate change impacts mental health by increasing the risk of new mental health challenges and increasing the vulnerability of people with mental health challenges. Individuals and communities increasingly experience climate-related psychological distress and elevated risk of post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety and mood disorders, substance use problems and suicide.

Key wordsClimate Change and Mental Health

CountriesGlobal

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