Eco-anxiety is a growing concern among young people, with a recent study revealing that over half feel sad, anxious, and powerless about climate change. The research, published in The Lancet Planetary Health, surveyed ten thousand young people across ten countries and found that three-quarters believe the future is frightening. Four in ten are hesitant to have children due to their climate concerns. The lead author of the study, Caroline Hickman, explains that many young people feel betrayed by governments and adults who fail to address the climate crisis. Officials recognize this widespread anxiety as a public health concern, calling for governments and health organizations to provide support for those affected and take action on climate change.
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