There is no denying the physical impacts the climate crisis has on populations especially older generations and those living with frailty, being more susceptible to heatwaves, flooding, and even infectious diseases. However, a growing concern seems to be the mental health impacts the climate crisis has on younger generations and how they plan their families. With terms such as eco-anxiety, climate stress, and ecological grief on the rise younger generations seem to be more impacted when it comes to fighting for environmental change. Existing research indicates a split between generations when it comes to their views on the climate crisis with younger generations being more aware of the severity of the global problem and older generations not being aware or simply not caring. The purpose of this research is to explore the impacts the climate crisis has on students at Stanislaus State and how it impacts their future. This research can be used to implement policies to support students at Stanislaus State, educate its community, and gain insight on the mental health impacts the climate crisis has on younger generations.
