Summary:
- Extreme heat caused by climate change can have significant negative impacts on mental health, including increased anxiety, depression, and even suicide.
- As temperatures rise, people may experience more sleep disturbances, cognitive impairment, and aggression, which can exacerbate existing mental health conditions.
- Vulnerable populations, such as the elderly, low-income communities, and those with pre-existing mental health issues, are at an even higher risk of experiencing the mental health consequences of extreme heat.