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Why extreme weather events can have a negative effect on mental well-being

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The first ever 'Day of Health' was held at the UN Climate Conference in Dubai, recognising the risks to people’s physical and mental well-being. Experts predict negative mental health effects will only grow as extreme weather events increase in intensity and frequency, highlighting the importance of grass-roots programs in disaster-struck communities.
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