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All In The Mind

Hot and bothered

Dec 9, 2023
This podcast explores the unsettling effects of extreme heat on mental health, including increased anxiety, suicide rates, violence, and the impact on medication efficacy. It also discusses the relationship between heatwaves and suicide, the potential for a more violent future, finding hope in challenging times, and the urgency of addressing climate change and preparing for extreme weather.
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  • Heatwaves can worsen mental health conditions and contribute to depressive phases, mania, and psychosis.
  • Hotter temperatures can lead to short-term and long-term increases in violence and aggression.

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Heat's Impact on Mental Health

Extreme heat presents challenges for those with psychiatric conditions and the general population. It can exacerbate existing mental health conditions and contribute to depressive phases, mania, and psychosis. Medication effectiveness can be reduced, and increased irritability, anxiety, and stress are common. Heat also poses risks for suicide, with rates increasing as temperatures rise. Sleep disturbances, medication side effects, and poor nutrition further contribute to mental health challenges.

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