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Losing Our Cool

Climate Anxiety with Dr Paul Vare

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For many young people climate change is causing feelings of powerlessness and anxiety heightening the risk of mental health issues. Dr Paul Vare, senior lecturer in research development at the University of Gloucestershire, explores ways our education system can best meet the needs of the younger generation in the face of an uncertain future

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