Why climate anxiety makes some youth take action, while others freeze

While young people are constantly exposed to news about climate change, their resulting anxiety does not always translate into environmental action. A new study published in Climate reveals that the relationship between climate distress and climate action is highly complex. While worry pushes some youth to seek solutions, it causes others to freeze up.
Key Takeaways
- While young people are constantly exposed to news about climate change, their resulting anxiety does not always translate into environmental action.
- A new study published in Climate reveals that the relationship between climate distress and climate action is highly complex.
- While worry pushes some youth to seek solutions, it causes others to freeze up.
While young people are constantly exposed to news about climate change, their resulting anxiety does not always translate into environmental action. A new study published in Climate reveals that the relationship between climate distress and climate action is highly complex. While worry pushes some youth to seek solutions, it causes others to freeze up.
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