• Mental Health
    • Anxiety
    • Depression
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • ADHD
    • Addiction
      • What is Addiction?
      • What Are Behavioral Addictions?
      • Addiction vs Dependence
      • Addiction Myths vs Facts
      • Addiction Statistics
      • How to Help a Friend
      • Find an Addiction Specialist
    • Eating Disorders
    • Personality Disorders
      • Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder
        • OCD vs. OCPD
    • Trauma
      • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
        • PTSD & COVID-19
      • Childhood Trauma
    • Sexual Disorders
      • Anorgasmia
      • Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (FSAD)
      • Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD)
      • Premature Ejaculation (PE)
      • Delayed Ejaculation
    • Schizophrenia
  • Therapy Techniques
    • Online Therapy
      • Best Online Therapy
      • Online Therapy for Teens
      • Best LGBTQ Online Therapy
      • Best Online Therapy for Insurance
    • Psychotherapy
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
      • CBT for Anxiety
      • CBT for Social Anxiety
      • CBT for Panic Disorder
      • CBT for Insomnia
      • CBT Online
    • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
      • DBT for Teens
    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
    • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
      • EMDR for PTSD
      • EMDR for Anxiety
      • EMDR Online
    • Art Therapy
    • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
    • Exposure and Response Prevention
    • Group Therapy
    • Hypnotherapy
    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Person Centered Therapy
    • Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
    • Sex Therapy
  • Types of Therapists
    • Faith-Based & Christian Counselors
    • Life Coaching
    • Family Therapist
      • Child & Teen Counseling
    • Marriage & Couples Counselors
      • Premarital Counseling
    • Psychiatrist
      • Psychology vs. Psychiatry
    • Psychotherapist
    • Grief Counselors
    • Online Therapists
  • Starting Therapy FAQ
    • Does Therapy Work?
      • How to Find a Therapist
      • Helping a Friend or Loved One
    • How to Choose a Therapist
      • Finding a Black Therapist
      • Finding a Latinx Therapist
      • Finding an LGBTQ-Friendly Therapist
      • Finding a Therapist as a Young Adult
      • Finding an Online Therapist
    • Preparing for Your First Session
    • Types of Mental Health Professionals
    • Mental Health Insurance
      • HSAs for Therapy
      • Sliding Scale Therapy Fees
    • Mental Health in the Workplace
      • Asking for a Mental Health Day
      • Taking Time Off for Mental Health
    • Top Mental Health Organizations
      • Mental Health Resources Outside the U.S.
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Editorial Policy
    • Advertising Policy
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact Us
    • Write for Us
    • Join the Directory
    • Careers
  • Therapist Directory
    • Find a Therapist
    • Join the Directory
    • Directory Login
  • Mental Health
    • Anxiety
    • Depression
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • ADHD
    • Addiction
      • What is Addiction?
      • What Are Behavioral Addictions?
      • Addiction vs Dependence
      • Addiction Myths vs Facts
      • Addiction Statistics
      • How to Help a Friend
      • Find an Addiction Specialist
    • Eating Disorders
    • Personality Disorders
      • Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder
        • OCD vs. OCPD
    • Trauma
      • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
        • PTSD & COVID-19
      • Childhood Trauma
    • Sexual Disorders
      • Anorgasmia
      • Female Sexual Arousal Disorder (FSAD)
      • Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder (HSDD)
      • Premature Ejaculation (PE)
      • Delayed Ejaculation
    • Schizophrenia
  • Therapy Techniques
    • Online Therapy
      • Best Online Therapy
      • Online Therapy for Teens
      • Best LGBTQ Online Therapy
      • Best Online Therapy for Insurance
    • Psychotherapy
    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
      • CBT for Anxiety
      • CBT for Social Anxiety
      • CBT for Panic Disorder
      • CBT for Insomnia
      • CBT Online
    • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
      • DBT for Teens
    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
    • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
      • EMDR for PTSD
      • EMDR for Anxiety
      • EMDR Online
    • Art Therapy
    • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
    • Exposure and Response Prevention
    • Group Therapy
    • Hypnotherapy
    • Motivational Interviewing
    • Person Centered Therapy
    • Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy
    • Sex Therapy
  • Types of Therapists
    • Faith-Based & Christian Counselors
    • Life Coaching
    • Family Therapist
      • Child & Teen Counseling
    • Marriage & Couples Counselors
      • Premarital Counseling
    • Psychiatrist
      • Psychology vs. Psychiatry
    • Psychotherapist
    • Grief Counselors
    • Online Therapists
  • Starting Therapy FAQ
    • Does Therapy Work?
      • How to Find a Therapist
      • Helping a Friend or Loved One
    • How to Choose a Therapist
      • Finding a Black Therapist
      • Finding a Latinx Therapist
      • Finding an LGBTQ-Friendly Therapist
      • Finding a Therapist as a Young Adult
      • Finding an Online Therapist
    • Preparing for Your First Session
    • Types of Mental Health Professionals
    • Mental Health Insurance
      • HSAs for Therapy
      • Sliding Scale Therapy Fees
    • Mental Health in the Workplace
      • Asking for a Mental Health Day
      • Taking Time Off for Mental Health
    • Top Mental Health Organizations
      • Mental Health Resources Outside the U.S.
  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Editorial Policy
    • Advertising Policy
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact Us
    • Write for Us
    • Join the Directory
    • Careers
  • Therapist Directory
    • Find a Therapist
    • Join the Directory
    • Directory Login
Skip to content

Climate Anxiety: What It Is & How to Deal With It

Published: November 17, 2022 Updated: January 5, 2023
Published: 11/17/2022 Updated: 01/05/2023
Headshot of Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
Written by:

Emily Guarnotta

PsyD
Headshot of Trishanna Sookdeo, MD, MPH, FAAFP
Reviewed by:

Trishanna Sookdeo

MD, MPH, FAAFP
  • What Is Climate Anxiety?Definition
  • How Does Climate Change Affect Mental Health?Effects
  • How to Calm Your Climate Anxiety15 Tips
  • How to Help a Young Person Dealing With Climate AnxietyHelp a Young Person
  • How a Therapist Can HelpTherapy
  • Final Thoughts on Climate AnxietyConclusion
  • Additional ResourcesResources
  • Climate Anxiety InfographicsInfographics
Headshot of Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
Written by:

Emily Guarnotta

PsyD
Headshot of Trishanna Sookdeo, MD, MPH, FAAFP
Reviewed by:

Trishanna Sookdeo

MD, MPH, FAAFP

Climate anxiety is a type of anxiety caused by the ecological destruction of our planet. People with climate anxiety may experience fear and worry about the future, as well as depression and anger. Mild anxiety can help motivate people to take action, but severe anxiety can result in more serious mental health problems.

How can one focus on daily living when the world may be coming to an end? A therapist can help you find answers to this question. BetterHelp has over 20,000 licensed therapists who provide convenient and affordable online therapy. BetterHelp starts at $60 per week. Complete a brief questionnaire and get matched with the right therapist for you.

Choosing Therapy partners with leading mental health companies and is compensated for marketing by BetterHelp

Visit BetterHelp

What Is Climate Anxiety?

Climate change is considered one of the biggest threats to global health.1 The planet’s average temperature has increased by around 1.8°F over the past century, a trend that is expected to continue unless significant action is taken.2 Climate anxiety, sometimes referred to as eco-anxiety, is a type of anxiety in response to this environmental precarity.3 While young adults seem to be the most affected, people of all ages can experience climate anxiety.

Climate anxiety can range from mild to severe. In mild cases, a person may feel worried about the future, which can prompt them to take action to help the environment and prevent climate change.1 Severe climate anxiety may lead to depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

How Common Is Climate Anxiety?

Climate change is a serious problem that many people worry about because it impacts society health-wise, economically, politically, and environmentally. According to a 2020 survey by the American Psychological Association, approximately 68% of adults in the U.S. indicated feeling some climate-related anxiety. However, these effects may be disproportionately higher in the younger generation as shown in the same survey. In fact, 47% reported that climate-induced anxiety affected their every-day lives.4

Moreover, the climate crisis is not only straining the mental health of young Americans but also that of other young people around the world, causing anxiety, anger, and other stressful emotions among others. A recent large-scale analysis investigating climate anxiety among young participants from several countries demonstrated that 59% were very or extremely worried and 84% were at least moderately worried.5

How Does Climate Change Affect Mental Health?

Climate anxiety can cause a range of symptoms, from mild worry to more severe anxiety, depression, and anger.1 A person’s cultural background and relationship with the environment may also impact how they experience and cope with climate anxiety. For example, one study of Inuit people in Canada found that people with climate anxiety were at risk for substance use and suicidal thoughts.6

The signs of climate anxiety may differ between people and cultures. Symptoms of climate anxiety can include:7

  • Anxiety that may range from mild worry to panic
  • Irritability
  • Depression
  • Hopelessness
  • Helplessness
  • Anger at previous generations or people that are not eco-conscious
  • Guilt about one’s previous actions
  • Grief related to environmental losses
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Loss of appetite
  • Sleeping problems
  • Panic attacks

Options For Anxiety Treatment

Talk Therapy – Get help from a licensed therapist. Betterhelp offers online therapy starting at $60 per week. Get matched With A Therapist


Virtual Psychiatry – Get help from a real doctor that takes your insurance. Talkiatry offers medication management and online visits with top-rated psychiatrists. Take the online assessment and have your first appointment within a week. Free Assessment

Choosing Therapy partners with leading mental health companies and is compensated for marketing by BetterHelp and Talkiatry.

How to Calm Your Climate Anxiety

Experiencing climate anxiety is not necessarily a bad thing. In fact, some anxiety about the environment can be positive, since it can motivate you to make changes. If you’re experiencing anxiety about climate change, there are steps you can take to help yourself cope and calm your anxiety.

Here are 15 ways to cope with anxiety about climate change:

1. Channel Your Anxiety Into Action

Anxiety can be overwhelming and at times paralyzing. If you’re dealing with climate anxiety, you might feel helpless and question whether you can make a difference. It’s important to remember that we all play a part in helping our planet. Make an effort to channel your anxiety into positive action to help the environment. This will give you a sense of purpose and control over your anxiety.

2. Spend Time in Nature

Getting out in nature can benefit your mental health and help you cope with climate anxiety. Whether you are swimming, hiking, or simply sitting still, being in nature provides many benefits. It can help decrease stress and risk of developing certain mental health conditions, improve your mood, and enhance empathy and cooperation.8 Being in nature can also help you feel more connected to the environment.

3. Find Healthy Outlets for Your Anxiety

In addition to nature, finding other healthy outlets for your climate anxiety is important. There are many positive activities that are also positive for the environment. For example, you could consider biking or walking rather than driving, which can provide an endorphin boost and also reduce carbon emissions.

4. Join a Group Dedicated to Improving the Environment

There are many non-profit organizations dedicated to helping the environment. These groups are available on the global, national, or local level and focused on addressing issues like more sustainable agriculture, climate change, wildlife protection, and ocean and rainforest conservation. You can help in many different ways, from making a donation to giving your time.

5. Start Your Own Group or Community Project

You can also consider starting your own organization or community project. Social media makes it possible to reach tons of like-minded people who are also passionate about climate change. Starting your own project can help you feel more empowered and in control of your climate anxiety. Perhaps you can launch an awareness initiative, or start a community-based garden.

6. Advocate for Laws and Regulations

Joining or starting an advocacy campaign is another way to put your energy into protecting the environment and addressing climate change. There are many groups currently advocating for laws and regulations in this area, such as Earth Day. When it comes to environmental advocacy, there is no action too small.

7. Consider Ecotherapy

Ecotherapy is a form of therapy that emphasizes connections between humans and the natural world.9 It assumes that disconnection from nature leads to psychological problems like anxiety and depression. Ecotherapy incorporates animals, horticulture, and outdoor recreation into the therapy process. If you’re feeling disconnected from the environment or overwhelmed by climate anxiety, ecotherapy may be helpful.

8. Avoid “Doomscrolling” News Articles on Climate Change

Doomscrolling involves excessive internet searching and scrolling through bad news reports. When it comes to climate change, there are countless articles and new sources available. Though it is good to stay informed, it’s important to find a balance between being knowledgeable and aware, but not becoming overwhelmed with information. Too much exposure to stressful news can lead to more negative emotions and distress.8 To help manage doomscrolling, stick to a few legitimate news sources and set a limit on the amount of time you spend on news each day.

9. Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Over the past 20 years, carbon emissions have increased.2 Carbon emissions contribute to the build-up of greenhouse gases, which are responsible for increasing the temperature of the planet.11 The majority of greenhouse gases come from burning fossil fuels for heat, electricity, and transportation. Some ways to reduce your carbon footprint include using energy-efficient appliances, reducing your use of heat and air conditioners, and using alternative forms of transportation.

10. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Reducing, reusing, and recycling is another effective way to reduce your carbon emissions, which can help manage climate anxiety. Taking actions like these are healthy ways to channel your climate anxiety. You can do so by donating old clothing, reusing grocery bags, decreasing food waste, and buying products that are made from recycled materials.12

11. Choose Organic Foods and Products

Eating an organic diet is another way to help the environment. Organic products are made without any form of pesticides or fertilizers. It is considered a more sustainable alternative compared to traditional farming practices.13 Organic farming conserves water, uses less energy, improves soil fertility, and decreases soil erosion and pollution. If adopting an organic diet is too costly, you can start by slowly buying more organic products over time. You can also consider growing your own food without pesticides and fertilizers to reduce costs.

12. Connect With Other People Who Share the Same Passion

Connecting with other people who are also passionate about climate change and the environment can help you cope with climate anxiety. It can provide an opportunity to share your thoughts and feelings and brainstorm solutions together. Speaking with other like-minded people can help reduce loneliness and increase your motivation to channel your anxiety into positive change.

13. Meditate

Meditation is a healthy way to deal with stress and anxiety. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, consider starting a meditation practice. You can even meditate outdoors, which can help you feel more connected to the environment. Just 10 minutes a day can produce good results.

14. Try to Maintain a Hopeful and Empowered Approach

When you’re dealing with climate anxiety, there’s a risk of feeling helpless. Unfortunately, taking a helpless and hopeless approach to climate change will only worsen your anxiety. It’s important to remain hopeful and empowered while taking action.

15. Get Support

If your climate anxiety continues to cause you distress, consider getting more support by either reaching out to family and friends, joining a support group, or seeing a therapist. Anxiety can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to suffer alone.

How to Help a Young Person Dealing With Climate Anxiety

As a society we need to be cognizant of the climate-induced stress that children and younger people are experiencing and provide support and guidance. Whether you are someone helping a youngster with eco-anxiety or a young sufferer yourself, there are ways to reduce it including the tips mentioned above and additional things like talking with other climate-concerned people, developing a climate-conscious attitude, and practicing a climate-conscious lifestyle.

Here are some tips for helping a young person experiencing climate anxiety:

  • Learn together about what steps can be taken to diminish your impact on the environment.
  • Share, process, and acknowledge climate-related fears and worries with trusted friends, a counselor, or by joining an online or in-person support group.
  • Explore environmentally friendly practices like recycling, composting, taking fewer flights, eating locally grown produce, etc. and stick with them.
  • Research organizations that focus on preserving the environment where you can connect with like-minded people.
  • Get involved with local young activists who can assist you to properly channel the eco-anxiety with causes like increasing public awareness about climate change through advocacy or planting trees or community gardens together.

How a Therapist Can Help

If you’re feeling overwhelmed with climate anxiety and have been unable to manage it on your own, anxiety therapy can help. There are currently no evidenced-based treatments specifically for climate anxiety, but some available forms of therapy may be helpful. If you have experienced an extreme weather event or natural disaster, you may benefit from approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).14 Ecotherapy is also a form of therapy that can help people dealing with anxiety about the state of our planet.9

Finding a Therapist

To find a therapist, you can ask your primary care provider or a trusted loved one for a referral, or use an online therapist directory to search for therapists based on specialty, location, and experience. If you’re interested in seeking help for climate anxiety, be sure to ask a potential therapist about their experience working with climate anxiety and whether they identify as climate-aware. They can help you find purpose when it comes to doing your part for the environment.

Final Thoughts on Climate Anxiety

Climate anxiety is a common condition that is affecting many people, especially young adults, today. If you’re struggling with climate anxiety, there are steps you can take to connect with nature and help prevent further ecological destruction. If you’re still feeling anxious and overwhelmed after taking action on your own, consider seeing a climate-aware therapist.

Additional Resources

Education is just the first step on our path to improved mental health and emotional wellness. To help our readers take the next step in their journey, Choosing Therapy has partnered with leaders in mental health and wellness. Choosing Therapy may be compensated for marketing by the companies mentioned below.

Talk Therapy

Online-Therapy.com – Get support and guidance from a licensed therapist. Online-Therapy.com provides 45 minutes weekly video sessions and unlimited text messaging with your therapist for only $64/week. Get Started

Virtual Psychiatry

Hims / Hers – If you’re living with anxiety or depression, finding the right medication match may make all the difference. Get FDA approved medication prescribed by your dedicated Hims / Hers Healthcare Provider and delivered right to your door. Plans start at $25 per month (first month)*. Get Started

Anxiety Newsletter

A free newsletter from Choosing Therapy for those impacted by anxiety. Get helpful tips and the latest information. Sign Up

Learn Mindfulness, Meditation, & Relaxation Techniques

Mindfulness.com – Change your life by practicing mindfulness. In a few minutes a day, you can start developing mindfulness and meditation skills. Free Trial

Choosing Therapy Directory

You can search for therapists by specialty, experience, insurance, or price, and location. Find a therapist today.

Choosing Therapy partners with leading mental health companies and is compensated for marketing by Online-Therapy.com, Hims / Hers, and Mindfulness.com. *Hims / Hers Disclaimer: Subscription required. After first month, price is $85/month for a monthly subscription or $49/month for a three-month subscription ($123 for first order, $147 billed quarterly thereafter). Subscription automatically renews unless you cancel at least 7 days before renewal is processed.

For Further Reading

  • American Psychiatric Association
  • Good Grief Network
  • Climate Psychology Alliance
  • Climate X Change

Climate Anxiety Infographics

How to Calm Your Climate Anxiety How Does Climate Change Affect Mental Health? How Common Is Climate Anxiety?

14 sources

Choosing Therapy strives to provide our readers with mental health content that is accurate and actionable. We have high standards for what can be cited within our articles. Acceptable sources include government agencies, universities and colleges, scholarly journals, industry and professional associations, and other high-integrity sources of mental health journalism. Learn more by reviewing our full editorial policy.

  • Dodds, J. (2021). The psychology of climate anxiety. BJPsych Bulletin, 45, 222-226. Retrieved from: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/bjpsych-bulletin/article/psychology-of-climate-anxiety/26AC9DF2FCD1A0BCC42070CCDFD8CDB3

  • U.S. Global Change Research Program. (2017). Climate science special report: Fourth national climate assessment, Volume I. Retrieved from: https://science2017.globalchange.gov/

  • Schreiber, M. (2021, March). Addressing climate change concerns in practice. Monitor on Psychology, 52(2). Retrieved from: http://www.apa.org/monitor/2021/03/ce-climate-change

  • American Psychological Association. (2020, February 6). Majority of US adults believe climate change is most important issue today [Press release]. https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2020/02/climate-change.html

  • Hickman, C., Marks, E., Pihkala, P., Clayton, S., Lewandowski, R. E., Mayall, E. E., Wray, B., Mellor, C., & van Susteren, L. (2021). Climate anxiety in children and young people and their beliefs about government responses to climate change: a global survey. The Lancet Planetary Health, 5(12), e863–e873. https://doi.org/10.1016/s2542-5196(21)00278-3

  • Cunsolo Willox, A., Harper, S.L., Ford, J.D. et al. (2013). Climate change and mental health: An exploratory case study from Rigolet, Nunatsiavut, Canada. Climatic Change, 121, 255–270. Retrieved from: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10584-013-0875-4

  • Clayton, S. (2020). Climate anxiety: Psychological responses to climate change. Journal of Anxiety Disorders, 74, 102263. Retrieved from: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0887618520300773

  • Weir, K. (2020, April). Nurtured by nature. Monitor on Psychology, 51(3), 50. Retrieved from https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/04/nurtured-nature

  • Chalquist, C. (2009). A look at the ecotherapy research evidence. Ecopsychology, 1(2), 64-74. Retrieved from: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2009-24546-003

  • Buchanan, K., Aknin, L. B., Lotun, S., & Sandstrom, G. M. (2021). Brief exposure to social media during the COVID-19 pandemic: Doom-scrolling has negative emotional consequences, but kindness-scrolling does not. Plos One, 16(10), e0257728. Retrieved from: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0257728

  • United States Environmental Protection Agency. (2021, July). Sources of greenhouse gas emissions. Retrieved from: https://www.epa.gov/ghgemissions/sources-greenhouse-gas-emissions

  • United States Environmental Protection Agency. (2021, December). Reducing and reusing basics. Retrieved from: https://www.epa.gov/recycle/reducing-and-reusing-basics

  • Varanasi, A. (2019, October). Is organic food really better for the environment?. Columbia Climate School. Retrieved from: https://news.climate.columbia.edu/2019/10/22/organic-food-better-environment/

  • Palinkas, L. A., O’Donnell, M. L., Lau, W., & Wong, M. (2020). Strategies for delivering mental health services in response to global climate change: A narrative review. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(22), 8562. Retrieved from: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33218141/

update history

We regularly update the articles on ChoosingTherapy.com to ensure we continue to reflect scientific consensus on the topics we cover, to incorporate new research into our articles, and to better answer our audience’s questions. When our content undergoes a significant revision, we summarize the changes that were made and the date on which they occurred. We also record the authors and medical reviewers who contributed to previous versions of the article. Read more about our editorial policies here.

  • Originally Published: January 4, 2022
    Original Author: Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
    Original Reviewer: Trishanna Sookdeo, MD, MPH, FAAFP

  • Updated: November 17, 2022
    Author: No Change
    Reviewer: No Change
    Primary Changes: Updated for readability and clarity. Reviewed and added relevant resources. Added “How Common Is Climate Anxiety?” and “How to Help a Young Person Dealing With Climate Anxiety”. New material written by Lydia Antonatos, LMHC, and reviewed by Kristen Fuller, MD.

Recent Articles

Tokophobia: Symptoms, Treatments, & How to Cope
Tokophobia (Fear of Pregnancy): Symptoms, Treatments, & How to Cope
Tokophobia is a fear of pregnancy and childbirth that affects approximately 6-10% of pregnant women. Women with tokophobia feel...
';
Fear of Cancer: Signs, Causes, & How to Overcome
Fear of Cancer: Causes, Treatments, & How to Overcome
Fear of cancer is bred by our understanding that cancer is vicious, unpredictable, and a death sentence. Having a...
';
Hemophobia (Fear of Blood): Symptoms, Treatments, & How to Cope
Hemophobia (Fear of Blood): Symptoms, Treatments, & How to Cope
Hemophobia is an extreme and irrational fear of blood that often involves fainting, a unique symptom not part of...
';
Cynophobia (Fear of Dogs) Symptoms, Treatments, and How to Cope
Cynophobia (Fear of Dogs): Symptoms, Treatments, & How to Cope
Cynophobia is an extreme, irrational fear of dogs that can drastically impact a person’s life, routines, and well-being, making...
';
Agoraphobia: Signs, Symptoms & Treatments
Agoraphobia: Signs, Symptoms & Treatments
People with agoraphobia avoid specific public places or situations because they anticipate having anxiety or a panic attack and...
';
Somniphobia (Fear of Sleep): Symptoms, Treatments, & How to Cope
Somniphobia (Fear of Sleep): Symptoms, Treatments, & How to Cope
Somniphobia, also known as fear of sleep, is generalized as a cross-over of anxiety and insomnia. There is typically...
';
Headshot of Emily Guarnotta, PsyD
Written by:

Emily Guarnotta

PsyD
Headshot of Trishanna Sookdeo, MD, MPH, FAAFP
Reviewed by:

Trishanna Sookdeo

MD, MPH, FAAFP
  • What Is Climate Anxiety?Definition
  • How Does Climate Change Affect Mental Health?Effects
  • How to Calm Your Climate Anxiety15 Tips
  • How to Help a Young Person Dealing With Climate AnxietyHelp a Young Person
  • How a Therapist Can HelpTherapy
  • Final Thoughts on Climate AnxietyConclusion
  • Additional ResourcesResources
  • Climate Anxiety InfographicsInfographics
If you are in need of immediate medical help:
Medical
Emergency
911
Suicide Hotline
800-273-8255
See more Crisis Hotlines
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Write for Us
  • Careers
  • Editorial Policy
  • Advertising Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • No Surprises Act
For immediate help call:
Medical Emergency:
911
Suicide Hotline:
988
Click For More Crisis Hotlines
For immediate help call:
Medical Emergency:
911
Suicide Hotline:
811
See more Crisis Hotlines
here
logo
This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information:
verify here.
This website is certified by Health On the Net Foundation. Click to verify.
Choosing Therapy Logo
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit Cookie Settings to provide controlled consent. Cookie settings ACCEPT
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

We use cookies to facilitate website functionality. Also, we use third-party cookies to track your website behavior and target advertising. These cookies are stored in your browser only with your consent, and you have the choice of opting out.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non Necessary

Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.

Save & Accept