climatophobia

Climatophobia is the fear of climate change, which involves anxiety and distress related to the impact of global warming and environmental degradation.

Fear of climate change

Severity
Moderate
Prevalence
Rare
Awareness
6/10
Exposure Risk
7/10

common triggers

Extreme weather events News coverage on climate change Environmental disasters

coping strategies

Educating oneself on climate change
Engaging in eco-friendly practices
Seeking professional help for anxiety management

risk factors

  • • Personal experiences with climate-related events
  • • Media influence
  • • Environmental activism

Scientific Classification

Specific phobia

Historical Context

With the increasing awareness of climate change, climatophobia has become more prevalent in recent years.

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