A new study published inCurrent Psychologyfound that collective action may relieve climate anxiety.
Regarding climate anxiety, themes included environmental damage, collective inaction, human global suffering, and individual suffering.
Glowiak explains that when individuals are unsure of what happens next, worry can ensue.
Climate anxiety perfectly fits into this context," he says.
Beyond complications stemming from the unknown, Glowiak highlights that people also struggle with a lack of control.
“Flint, Michigan is a perfect example,” he says.
Glowiak explains, “Deceit, coercion, and dollars drive inequity in an institutionally unjust society.
We cannot merely focus on privileged communities.
We must advocate for collective action that benefits all.”
“Speaking to the issue normalizes the experience and may put many at ease,” he says.
What This Means For You
As this research study highlights, collective action may alleviate climate anxiety.
