An overwhelming majority of young Americans (85%) express worry about the climate crisis, with 57% stating they are very or extremely concerned about its effects.
The study reveals that political affiliation does not affect the level of climate anxiety among young Americans, with endorsement of climate anxiety exceeding 75% across all states.
More than half of the young respondents (52%) expressed hesitation about having children due to climate concerns, indicating a shift in generational perspectives on family planning.
Lead author Eric Lewandowski emphasizes that there is a significant synergy between climate anxiety and future life choices among young people, prompting them to rethink living arrangements.
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