Most teenagers and young adults are worried about climate change About 85% of people ages 16 to 25 say they’re worried about the impact of climate change on their future That included nearly all who identify as Democrats, as well as most independents and Republicans MONDAY, Oct. 21, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- An overwhelming majority of teens and young adults are worried about how climate change will affect their future, a new survey has found. About 85% of 16- to 25-year-olds are worried about the impact of climate change on people and the planet, according to the survey of nearly 16,000 people from all 50 states.
That includes nearly all who identify as Democrats (96%), as well as overwhelming numbers of independents (86%) and Republicans (75%). In almost all states, as least half of teens and young adults reported being very or extremely worried, results show. “Given the environmental crises happening all around, these findings should not be surprising,” said lead researcher , a clinical psychologist with the NYU Grossman School of Medicine in New York City.
“Nonetheless, it is stunning to find such high levels of distress, and desire and plans for action, in young people across the country, in every state and of every political stripe.” The survey also found that: More than 60% say climate change makes them feel anxious, powerless, afraid, sad and angry More than one-third (38%) say their feelings about climate change affect their ability to function daily Three-q.
