THIS ARTICLE IS republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. When summer starts with a stifling heat wave, as many places are seeing in 2024, it can pose risks for just about anyone who spends time outside, whether they’re runners, people who walk or cycle to work, outdoor workers, or kids playing sports. … Read more
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In short: As the frequency and severity of extreme weather events is increasing, so too is eco-anxiety, especially in young people. The Pillowcase Project teaches kids how to prepare for natural emergencies. What’s next? Leading environmental psychologists recommend parents help their children to develop techniques to manage anxiety about climate change and extreme weather. In her regional Victorian classroom, teacher … Read more