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flag 2.3% of Canadians suffer severe climate anxiety, especially youth, women, and Indigenous people, affecting mental health.

flag A new study in Nature Mental Health finds that about 2.3% of Canadians experience clinically significant climate change anxiety, marked by distress and impaired daily functioning, with higher rates among women, younger people, Indigenous communities (nearly 10%), and those in northern or urban areas. flag A separate survey shows 37% of Canadian teens report climate change negatively affecting their mental health. flag While mild concern may be motivating, severe anxiety can mimic generalized anxiety disorder, with symptoms like sleep issues and concentration problems. flag Researchers note mental health impacts remain underrecognized despite growing climate-related stressors like wildfires and extreme weather.

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