Psychological dimensions of global environmental change

Human action has created serious ecological change. The depletion of the ozone layer, deforestation and pollution have been caused by industries for economic reasons. Research on the psychological aspects of global environmental change is examined. It is concluded that further research must address...

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Published in:Annual review of psychology 1992, Vol.43 (1), p.269-302
Main Author: STERN, P. C
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied psychology
Biological and medical sciences
Conservation
Ecology
Energy conservation
Environment
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Human beings
Human-environment interactions
Influence on nature
Pollution
Psychological aspects
Psychology
Psychology. Psychoanalysis. Psychiatry
Psychology. Psychophysiology
Psychosocial Factors
Public opinion
Social research
World Problems
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Summary:Human action has created serious ecological change. The depletion of the ozone layer, deforestation and pollution have been caused by industries for economic reasons. Research on the psychological aspects of global environmental change is examined. It is concluded that further research must address the attitudes of people and the need for education regarding resource conservation and non-destructive energy sources.
ISSN:0066-4308
1545-2085
DOI:10.1146/annurev.ps.43.020192.001413