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As a new school year begins, many of us are balancing excitement with uncertainty—especially as climate change adds another layer of stress. You’re not alone in these feelings.
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In a study my team and I published in 2023 (Maggi et al., 2023) we found that over 80% of Canadian university students worry about how climate change will affect nature, animals, and future generations. At the same time, those who experienced positive emotions like hope and compassion were more likely to engage in climate action. This shows that while climate anxiety is common, nurturing supportive emotions can fuel resilience and meaningful change.
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This semester, let’s remind ourselves:
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It’s normal to feel a mix of emotions about climate change.
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Connecting with others and nature can ease isolation.
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Small, meaningful, collective steps can create real impact.
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We’re offering a course on Climate Change and Youth Mental Health to help educators and other professionals working with young people navigate these challenges, support well-being, and foster constructive climate engagement.
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Registration for the September cohort closes on September 1st at midnight EST.
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Interested in reading the full study?
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Check out: Maggi et al. (2023). Climate Emotions, Pro-environmental Behaviours, and Activism among Canadian Youth. Journal of Mental Health and Climate Change. DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.10443325
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Featured Art: ClimArts Contest
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Skanda Ravindra
“The recent developments around the world have a general underscoring of the disasters that climate change has brought about, Especially in the developing world where coping mechanism has still not come in place yet.
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I myself was in a similar predicament a few years back where our whole city (Chennai, India) was submerged in the floods in 2015.
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My artwork depicts the scenarios during those days where due to such events where people have to leave behind all their belongings and livelihoods just to be able to hold their heads and lives above water, coupled with the emotional setback and trauma that they have to endure for the times to come. It's not a problem that is only existing at a namesake level it has seeped through me and my community as well."
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Opinion: Youth show us how to face climate crisis with courage
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Climate activist Cathy Orlando urges the public to sign an open letter to the federal government pushing for stronger climate change policies in the upcoming budget.
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Climate change is profoundly affecting livelihoods across Canada
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For years, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has been sounding the alarm: climate change is having significant effects on the conditions, characteristics and availability of work.
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Helping youth move from climate anxiety to climate action
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Psychologists are exploring how strategies such as meaning-focused coping can enhance mental well-being.
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Last Chance to Register: Climate Change & Youth Mental Health Course
Our Climate Change & Youth Mental Health micro-credential course is designed to equip professionals with the tools to better support young people experiencing eco-anxiety and the mental health challenges of a changing climate. Through a 42-hour, self-paced program, you’ll strengthen skills in:
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- Active listening and reflection practices
- Climate literacy and transformative learning frameworks
- Social awareness and practical strategies to support youth
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Partner Resources
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Explore our partners’ growing library of resources, from the Kibou’s Light children’s book to mindfulness practices.
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Families Canada:
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Goodbeing.co:
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Break the Divide:
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Mochi4The
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Climate Psychiatry Alliance:
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About the Course
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The Luna Moth Circle is launching a new, self-paced, online course: Climate Change and Youth Mental Health. This professional development course is made for social and community service workers, educators, youth workers, and students in family-related fields.
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