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APS Virtual Poster Showcase · 2020

Childhood Climate Region Predicts Severe Weather Preparedness

Virtual · June 2020

Poster Sessions · Clinical Science

  • Yuval Kernerman
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Sarah Chernoff
    Fielding Graduate University
  • Kristine Jacquin
    Fielding Graduate University

Abstract

Research has shown that over 2% of individuals experience severe weather phobia during the course of their lives. We examined if childhood climate region is a predictor for weather preparations. Results indicated that childhood climate region predicted the degree of weather preparedness, which may give insight into treatment paths.

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