Fear
Study finds widespread climate anxiety among youth
A recent global survey illustrates the depth of anxiety many young people are feeling about climate change. Lise Van Susteren, a forensic psychologist, encourages adults to speak with children and youth about their doom to educate and alleviate anxiety.
There’s a fine line between reporting about Ebola and spreading panic
When does sharing information about Ebola simply spread fear? That’s the balance health care reporters in developed countries are trying to strike as they report on the spread of the disease but acknowledge the extremely low risks outside of West Africa.
Saving Ourselves- The Green Boat
With so many stories about global climate disruption, species extinction, and habitat loss, it’s no wonder that many people are feeling eco-anxiety these days. Mary Pipher’s newest book is called . It’s all about how we can save the earth and restore our mental health at the same time.
Can a Math Museum Remedy ‘Math Anxiety’?
It may not surprise you to learn that American students dread math. Or that that they feel that dread physically through stomachaches, headaches, fluttering heartbeats and sweaty palms. Many Takeaway listeners have been sharing their own tales of math-induced terror: Listener Aman writes, “I have failed every single math class I have ever taken. I […]