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15 lis 2024 · Yet, the country suffers from the clutches of the adverse effects of climate change. Among them, the impact of climate change on mental health including psychological distress, acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, major depressive disorder and anxiety disorder is well known.
Common mental health conditions associated with adverse climate change include psychological distress, acute stress disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, complicated grief, survivor guilt, substance use, suicidal ideation, and suicide 5,7,8.
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2 dni temu · The adverse impacts of climate change on mental health is a burgeoning area, although findings are inconsistent. The emerging concept of eco-anxiety represents distress in relation to climate change and may be related to mental health. The aim of this study was to explore the relationship between eco-anxiety with validated mental health outcomes, specifically psychological distress and ...
This pilot project provided better information and surveillance of climate change related health risks in Bhutan. Improved data collection will allow the country to monitor and receive early warnings and thus the opportunity to prepare and respond to potential health risks.
2 dni temu · Conclusions: Findings underscore that eco-anxiety is related to psychological burden. Greater consideration of eco-anxiety in assessment and treatment is needed in clinical practice and further policy development is warranted at the intersection of climate and health to address the mental health challenges posed by climate change.
Bhutan is known for its developmental philosophy of Gross National Happiness. Bhutan introduced mental health services in 1997 with the launch of Mental Health Program. Mental health includes psychological, emotional, and social well-being.
