Facing up to ecological crisis:a psychosocial perspective from climate psychology (original) (raw)

The paper explores the psychological dimensions of climate change, arguing for the significant yet underexploited role of 'climate psychology' in addressing the emotional and cognitive challenges posed by ecological crises. It highlights how feelings of guilt, anxiety, and denial affect human responses to climate change, and calls for a deeper understanding of non-rational and unconscious processes in decision-making. The authors contend that recognizing and addressing these psychological aspects is essential for fostering adaptive responses and making meaningful progress in climate action.