Description

The introduction presents the idea that climate change is not only an environmental crisis but also a factor that can directly affect human brains, emotions, decision-making, and behavior. Clayton Page Aldern examines how changes in the natural world—such as rising temperatures, extreme weather, pollution, and ecological disruption—can influence cognition, mental health, and social interactions.

Key themes include:

• The connection between environment and the brain: The introduction explains that human biology and psychology are deeply connected to the surrounding environment, and environmental changes can alter how people think, feel, and act.
• Climate change as a public health issue: The book frames climate impacts as extending beyond physical health risks to include effects on memory, mental well-being, stress responses, and behavior.
• Neuroscience and psychology of climate impacts: The author combines research from neuroscience, behavioral science, and environmental studies to investigate how climate-related pressures affect human functioning.