Eco-Anxiety: An Evolutionary Line from Psychology to Psychopathology

Medicina (Kaunas). 2023 Nov 21;59(12):2053. doi: 10.3390/medicina59122053.

Abstract

According to the scientific literature, climate change, due to human activities, can damage the environment, with psycho-physical consequences for humans. The scientific literature has highlighted how severe weather events can cause fear, stress, concern for the future, and eco-anxiety. In light of this information, this study aims to explore the concept of eco-anxiety. However, climate change is still perceived as a secondary problem. It would also be worth investigating the real importance that people attach to environmental issues compared to other circumstances, such as wars or pandemics.

Keywords: atmosphere; eco-anxiety; environmental factors.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anxiety Disorders*
  • Anxiety* / psychology
  • Climate Change
  • Fear
  • Forecasting
  • Humans

Grants and funding

This research received no external funding.