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Story at a glance Climate-related events like extreme heat and humidity take a toll on individuals’ mental health, according to a new study published Monday. The study assessed the burden of ...
Bangladesh is known for its vulnerability to climate change and more specifically to natural disasters. It is important to mention the fact that the location of the country is vulnerable for the presence for three powerful rivers, Asian rivers, Brahmaputra, Ganges and the Meghna along with their numerous tributaries that could result massive floods.
Many of the climate change impacts which affect children's physical health also lead to psychological and mental health consequences. [46] Children who live in geographic locations that are most susceptible to the impacts of climate change, and/or with weaker infrastructure and fewer supports and services suffer the worst impacts. [46]
The effects of climate change on human health are profound because they increase heat-related illnesses and deaths, respiratory diseases, and the spread of infectious diseases. There is widespread agreement among researchers, health professionals and organizations that climate change is the biggest global health threat of the 21st century. [1] [2]
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Mental health and physical health are largely intertwined, so any climate change-related effects on physical health can directly affect mental health. [24] Environmental disruption, such as the loss of bio-diversity , or even the loss of environmental features like sea-ice , cultural landscapes, or historic heritage can also cause negative ...
Ecophobia – Feeling of powerlessness to prevent cataclysmic environmental change; Effects of climate change on mental health; Nuclear anxiety – Fear of nuclear war; Psychological impact of climate change – Aspect of climate change and society; Psychology of climate change denial – Human behaviour with regards to climate change denial
Climate change in Bangladesh is expected to have an impact on the Dhaka River System water quality, with increased monsoon flows and lower summer flows. However, these changes will not greatly affect the extremes of water quality to any great extent due to the overwhelming impact of pollutant discharges into the system.