Most adolescents experience climate worry, which can be constructively associated with societal engagement but can also be associated with greater depression
While there is evidence that climate change is a source of worry and negative emotions for young people, more information is needed to understand its implications on broader mental health. Little is also known about the association between climate-related emotions and engagement in climate action among youth. This longitudinal study sought to examine climate change-related worry among Australian adolescents and to examine the relationship between climate concerns and generalized mental health difficulties as well as engagement with the news and current affairs.