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Climate Change Anxiety Is A Cause For The Decline In The Birth Rate
From the Pacific to the Atlantic, record temperatures have been scorching America, and for many, excessive heat warnings have been all too common this summer. Those who find the latest climate change concerning are also blaming large families. Why?
By Carolyn Ferguson4 min read
Last year was the hottest year on record for the world. The U.S. is warming up at a faster rate than the global average, and many are feeling the effects of global warming this year. There are many consequences of high temps, ranging from wilting gardens to major health risks, but one of the most often overlooked corollaries is a rise in communal anger and aggression. What’s more, a very unexpected target for this anger is large families.