ICPS
2021 APS Virtual Convention · 2021
New Life, Dying World: Exploring Climate Change and Reproductive Concern in Emerging Adults
- Melissa Miller
Northern Arizona University - Nina Schmuelling
Northern Arizona University - Abigail Dillard
Northern Arizona University - Laura Noll
Northern Arizona University
Abstract
An online survey of 410 childfree emerging adults indicates that climate change is a major concern for youth when considering becoming parents in the future. The most commonly described concerns were concerns for the future of the planet, potentially negative outcomes for future children, and broader ecoreproductive concerns.
Climate Change