eco-anxiety
1 of 1noun/ˌikoʊəˈnaɪəksi/
Forms:eco-anxieties
1
a feeling of great worry regarding the current and future state of the environment threatened by humans
C1Learn more on Wikipedia- Many young people today experience eco-anxiety due to concerns about climate change and environmental degradation.
- Eco-anxiety can manifest as feelings of fear, helplessness, and despair about the future of the planet.
- Therapists are seeing an increase in clients seeking help for eco-anxiety and related mental health issues.
- The documentary highlighted the psychological toll of eco-anxiety on individuals and communities.
- Educators are developing programs to help students cope with eco-anxiety and take positive action for the environment.