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The Nexus Between Climate Change and Mental Health THINK TANK (2023 Conference session)
This session was delivered during MHPN's All Together Better Conference, 2023. 
 
The impacts of climate change and the resulting extreme weather events threaten both our physical and mental wellbeing. In this session, the panel explore the nexus between the science of climate change and mental health, and what this means for us – not only as global citizens but also as health care providers. 

Learning outcomes: 

After viewing this recording, you will have a better understanding of the: 

  • direct and indirect cross-sectoral impacts of climate change on individuals, families and communities  

  • nexus between climate change and mental health; and its implications on mental and physical health and wellbeing. 

Panel List

  • Assoc Prof. Grant Blashki 
  • Assoc Prof. Fiona Charleson 
  • Professor Ann Sanson 
Host: Merle Conyer 

Breakout Room overview by moderator Carol Ride (Psychology for a Safe Climate) 

Disclaimer

This conference session was produced in March 2023. The Mental Health Professionals’ Network’s conference was produced for mental health professionals. The information is intended for suitably-experienced mental health professionals and does not replace clinical judgement and decision making. It is intended for use as a guide of a general nature only and may or may not be relevant to particular patients or circumstances. The subject matter is not exhaustive of any mental health conditions presented. Health professionals implementing any recommendations contained in this conference session must exercise their own independent skill or judgement or seek appropriate professional advice relevant to their own particular circumstances when so doing. Any information presented in the conference session recording was deemed relevant at the time of the live event and after this date has not been reviewed. No guarantee can be given that the information is free from error or omission. Accordingly, MHPN and its employees and agents shall have no liability (including without limitation liability by reason of negligence) to any users of the information contained in any MHPN conference session for any loss or damage (consequential or otherwise) cost or expense incurred or arising by reason of any person using or relying on the information contained in MHPN conference sessions and whether caused by reason of any error, negligent act, omission or misrepresentation of the information.