Weather Phobia Symptoms and Resilience Predict Increased Disaster Preparedness

Poster Session IV

Keyword: Climate Change

Abstract: Our research examined 503 U.S. adults' weather-related anxiety, resilience, and disaster preparedness. Weather phobia symptoms and resilience predicted preparedness and explained 15% of the variance in preparedness. However, resilience did not moderate the relationship between phobia symptoms and preparedness. Findings emphasize the importance of mental health in readiness strategies.

• Sierra Bradeen (Presenting Author)
• Kristine Jacquin (Author)