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<p>Eco-anxiety refers to distress arising from climate and environmental changes, with children and young people particularly affected. Here we systematically reviewed social, political and geographic factors associated with eco-anxiety among children and young people. Database searches were conducted up to August 2024, and citations to January 2025. Quality was assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Sixty-nine studies (42 quantitative, 16 qualitative, 11 mixed methods) were included in the narrative synthesis. Most studies used non-probability sampling, covering the Global North. Findings were grouped into 3 overarching categories and 13 sub-categories: social (age and developmental stage, gender, ethnicity, media, socioeconomic context, intergenerational relations, peer and cultural norms), political (distrust, government inaction, individual views and participation) and geographic (exposure to environmental hazards, cross-country differences, urban–rural residence). More consistent findings were found for age, developmental stage and gender, with young adults and particularly young women reporting higher levels of eco-anxiety. Media exposure and perceived government inaction were also consistent factors related to eco-anxiety. Further study is needed to understand how adaptive strategies can target specific factors to foster the positive benefits of eco-anxiety and prevent adverse effects on mental health.</p>

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A systematic review of social, political and geographic factors associated with eco-anxiety in children and young people

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    2025年12月10日

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  • Claire L. Niedzwiedz,
  • Shamal M. Kankawale,
  • Srinivasa Vittal Katikireddi

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Eco-anxiety refers to distress arising from climate and environmental changes, with children and young people particularly affected. Here we systematically reviewed social, political and geographic factors associated with eco-anxiety among children and young people. Database searches were conducted up to August 2024, and citations to January 2025. Quality was assessed using the Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool. Sixty-nine studies (42 quantitative, 16 qualitative, 11 mixed methods) were included in the narrative synthesis. Most studies used non-probability sampling, covering the Global North. Findings were grouped into 3 overarching categories and 13 sub-categories: social (age and developmental stage, gender, ethnicity, media, socioeconomic context, intergenerational relations, peer and cultural norms), political (distrust, government inaction, individual views and participation) and geographic (exposure to environmental hazards, cross-country differences, urban–rural residence). More consistent findings were found for age, developmental stage and gender, with young adults and particularly young women reporting higher levels of eco-anxiety. Media exposure and perceived government inaction were also consistent factors related to eco-anxiety. Further study is needed to understand how adaptive strategies can target specific factors to foster the positive benefits of eco-anxiety and prevent adverse effects on mental health.