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Extreme heat poses threat to mental health

Last updated: April 14, 2025 1:55 pm
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The University of Adelaide has conducted a new study that reveals the alarming impact of rising temperatures on mental and behavioral disorders (MBD) in Australia. According to the research, the burden of MBD could increase by almost 50% by the year 2050 if urgent action is not taken to address the issue.

Published in Nature Climate Change, the study highlights that high temperatures have already led to an annual loss of 8458 disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), representing 1.8% of the total MBD burden in the country. Young Australians between the ages of 15 to 44 are particularly vulnerable, with most losses linked to poor mental health conditions.

Lead author Professor Peng Bi from the University’s School of Public Health emphasized the need for immediate action to protect mental health as the climate continues to warm. MBDs encompass a wide range of symptoms affecting emotional regulation, cognition, and behavior, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.

The study, which utilized data from the Australian Burden of Disease database, found that regions closer to the equator face higher risks, with the Northern Territory showing the highest predicted relative risk and the highest average threshold temperature. South Australia and Victoria were identified as having the highest proportion of burden attributable to high temperatures.

Professor Bi stressed the importance of policymakers implementing targeted public health interventions to mitigate the mental health impacts of climate change. Factors such as income, access to healthcare, and local conditions can influence how heat affects mental health, with some areas experiencing more significant challenges than others.

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The researchers called for the development of heat-health action plans to prepare healthcare systems for the increasing demand for mental health services, as well as localized solutions like community programs and green spaces to support vulnerable populations. They emphasized the need for people-centered strategies to protect mental health and build resilience in communities facing the impact of rising temperatures.

The findings of the study underscore the urgency of addressing the mental health challenges posed by climate change, particularly for young people who are at greater risk. By taking proactive measures now, policymakers can help create stronger, more resilient communities for the future.

For more information, the study titled “Increasing burden of poor mental health attributable to high temperature in Australia” can be accessed in Nature Climate Change. The DOI for the study is 10.1038/s41558-025-02309-x.

This research was conducted by the University of Adelaide and underscores the critical need for immediate action to protect mental health in the face of climate change.

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