Ecopsychepedia

Program & Host Organization

Ecopsychepedia is an initiative of the Climate Psychiatry Alliance, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing understanding of climate-related mental health impacts. The program provides an accessible, research-informed platform that compiles and synthesizes knowledge at the intersection of climate change and mental health.

Location & Scope

The initiative operates internationally and is accessible online. It serves users across many countries, including Canada and numerous global regions, through its publicly available digital platform.

Who It Serves

Ecopsychepedia is designed for the general public, including adults, young adults, professionals, and community members seeking credible information about climate and mental health. It is used by educators, clinicians, advocates, and individuals experiencing or responding to climate-related distress.

Climate & Mental Health Focus

The program addresses a wide range of climate-related psychological impacts, including eco-anxiety, emotional coping, trauma, and community-level stressors. It aims to increase understanding of how climate change affects mental health and to support resilience, emotional processing, and climate justice education.

Activities & Format

Ecopsychepedia functions as an online resource hub. It offers curated information, thematic content, and tools for learning about climate-related mental health challenges. Activities such as group dialogue, workshops, or peer programs were not specified.

Inclusion & Accessibility

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Outcomes & Evidence

The initiative aims to increase climate literacy, strengthen public understanding of climate–mental health linkages, and support emotional resilience and community dialogue. Information on evaluation methods and evidence supporting the approach was not provided.

Guiding Principles

The program aligns with principles of climate literacy, emotional processing, social support, climate justice, and collective responsibility. It emphasizes accessible knowledge-sharing and supports diverse emotional responses to the climate crisis.

Resources & Sustainability

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Team & Partners

The initiative is overseen by the Climate Psychiatry Alliance, with Colleen Rollins serving as Project and Editorial Manager. Additional contributors were not described.

Challenges & Context

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