The case for systems thinking about climate change and mental health

Helen L. Berry (), Thomas D. Waite, Keith B. G. Dear, Anthony G. Capon and Virginia Murray
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Helen L. Berry: University of Sydney
Thomas D. Waite: Public Health England
Keith B. G. Dear: University of Adelaide
Anthony G. Capon: University of Sydney
Virginia Murray: Public Health England

Nature Climate Change, 2018, vol. 8, issue 4, 282-290

Abstract: Abstract It is increasingly necessary to quantify the impacts of climate change on populations, and to quantify the effectiveness of mitigation and adaptation strategies. Despite growing interest in the health effects of climate change, the relationship between mental health and climate change has received little attention in research or policy. Here, we outline current thinking about climate change and mental health, and discuss crucial limitations in modern epidemiology for examining this issue. A systems approach, complemented by a new style of research thinking and leadership, can help align the needs of this emerging field with existing and research policy agendas.

Date: 2018
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