Climate Change Is Driving People Nuts

Climate Change May Lead To Poor Mental Health, New Study Finds

Jessica Firger, March 30, 2017 (Newsweek)

“…[A large body of research links medical conditions] to global warming…A new report finds climate change may precipitate psychological conditions including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder and anxiety…Research shows that global warming is contributing to the increase in extreme weather…[and natural disasters that negatively affect living conditions, agriculture and community infrastructure. Studies] conducted in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina found approximately one in six residents living in affected areas met the criteria for PTSD, while 49 percent could be classified as having a mood disorder such as depression or anxiety…The report also found that more gradual effects of climate change, such as the frequency of extreme temperatures and rising sea levels, affect mental health in larger populations, causing problems such as food insecurity and a higher risk for certain infectious diseases…” click here for more

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