Mental health in a warming world, with Kim Meidenbauer, PhD, and Amruta Nori-Sarma, PhD

Psychologist Kim Meidenbauer and public health researcher Amruta Nori-Sarma discuss the impacts of heat on mental health, emotions, and cognitive abilities, including the correlation between heat, violence, and aggression. They delve into the relationship between heatwaves and mental health, exploring how extreme heat can affect different demographics and the importance of green space infrastructure. The podcast also addresses the challenges in providing cooling solutions for vulnerable populations and the impact of uncomfortable temperatures on mental health.