Report by the American Psychological Association and ecoAmerica. Access it here.
“The intention of this report is to provide an overview of the intersection of climate change and children’s and youth’s mental health. The report aims to offer a synopsis of both impacts and responses, translating peer-reviewed research, agency reports, and other primary sources to help empower a wider audience with useful insights and guidance. It is intended for health and mental health professionals and institutions, climate and children’s advocates and advocacy organizations, policymakers, youth, parents, educators, and other organizations or people interested in the topic. […] The report’s primary focus is the United States, but many findings will be relevant to other areas of the world.”
Authors: Susan Clayton, PhD, Christie Manning, PhD, Meighen Speiser, Alison Nicole Hill, MPH.
Report by the American Psychological Association and ecoAmerica. Access it here.
“Since the American Psychological Association and ecoAmerica released Mental Health and Our Changing Climate in 2017, concerns about the mental health impacts of climate change have grown among health professionals, policymakers, and the public. Research on climate and health has accelerated and many new findings have emerged. This update for 2021 offers the latest information and guidance to help readers stay current in this field and take effective action for a healthier and more just society.”
Authors: Susan Clayton, PhD, Christie Manning, PhD, Meighen Speiser, Alison Nicole Hill, MPH.