Introduction. Weather-related disasters, such as wildfires exacerbated by a rise in global
temperatures, need to be better studied in terms of their mental health impacts. This study …

One of the many consequences of climate change is an increase in the frequency, severity,
and, thus, impact of wildfires across the globe. The destruction and loss of one's home …

This chapter will review the current literature on the effects of climate change–induced
extreme weather-related events such as natural disasters on psychosocial well-being and …

Climate change is a contributor to extreme weather events and natural disasters. The mental
health effects of climate change are multifaceted, with post-traumatic stress disorder and …

The human health impacts of climate change have recently come into clearer focus as
human communities around the world grapple with rising seas, flooding, extreme storms …

Highlights•Poor mental health is associated with three different forms of climate-related
events.•Depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress are the most common …

Background Smoke from wildfires is a growing public health risk due to the enormous
amount of smoke-related pollution that is produced and can travel thousands of kilometers …

Objectives: To assess prevalence of likely posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), major
depressive disorder (MDD), and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) in patients attending …

Many people exposed to climate related or weather-related disasters experience stress and
serious mental health consequences. Depending on the type of the disaster, these …

In the past two decades, climate change-related natural disasters, such as hurricanes,
floods, and droughts have become increasingly frequent and severe, impacting the …