This chapter discusses the link between suicide rates and heat waves, presenting evidence that shows an increase in suicide attempts and completion as temperatures rise. It explores the role of geography and adaptation to temperature in impacting mental health, and highlights the effect of heat on cognitive function, irritability, anxiety, and stress.
We all tend to get a bit cranky when the weather turns super hot, but did you know heatwaves can worsen certain mental health conditions?
We explore the troubling ways heat can affects our mental health and behaviour.
Just a heads up, this episode touches on the topic of suicide. Please take care.