The authors of this short communication examine the relationship between coastal hazards and mental distress among Indonesian adults using data from 642,419 participants in the 2018 Indonesia Basic Health Survey (Riskedas).
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Climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable populations, causing mental health issues like depression, anxiety, and substance use. This article presents the development of a Climate Change Vulnerability and Impact (CCVI) Module as a supplement to WHO's Flexible Interview for ICD-11 (FLII-11).
Elsevier, Journal of Climate Change and Health, Volume 29, May - June 2026
Introduction: Climate change poses a growing global health threat, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) with fragile health systems and limited adaptive capacity. The health workforce plays a critical role in managing climate-sensitive health risks but often lacks adequate training. Building climate-resilient health systems therefore requires equipping health workers with the relevant knowledge, skills, and adaptive capacities.
Elsevier, Journal of Climate Change and Health, Volume 29, May - June 2026
Introduction: Healthcare systems are responding to the immediate and long-term impacts of climate change by providing care, and implementing carbon reduction initiatives. The nursing profession possesses substantial potential to advocate and embody sustainability values. However, a proportion of nurses remain unaware of the intricate linkages between nursing practices and climate change; hence this study explored nurses’ and midwives’ awareness, perceptions and attitudes regarding climate change and sustainable healthcare practices.
Elsevier, Water Research X, Volume 31, 1 May 2026
The paper finds that managed aquifer recharge (MAR) is a promising strategy for sustainable groundwater management but is not clearly addressed within existing EU water policies, creating legal and administrative barriers. It recommends policy reforms to explicitly recognize MAR, harmonize regulations, and improve monitoring, licensing, and the use of reclaimed water across Member States.
Elsevier, Climate Smart Agriculture, Volume 3, May 2026
This article reviews climate-smart forestry (CSF) as an integrated approach that combines climate mitigation and adaptation strategies in forest management while balancing ecological, economic, and social objectives. It examines key implementation strategies, policy frameworks, and challenges in adopting CSF practices globally to enhance forest resilience and carbon sequestration.
Elsevier, Journal of Climate Change and Health, Volume 29, May - June 2026
The impacts of climate change vary considerably among countries and within populations living in the same region. These effects can lead to job loss, displacement, and weakened social cohesion, as well as mental health sequelae, including depression and anxiety, increased rates of substance use, and suicide. Social vulnerability to climate change refers to the differential impacts of climate change on groups or individuals, influenced by social, economic, and political factors.
Elsevier, Journal of Climate Change and Health, Volume 29, May - June 2026
Introduction: Climate change has a significant impact on mental health and psychological well-being worldwide. However, the mental health consequences of rising seas linked to climate change remain limited, particularly in Indonesia. This paper aims to evaluate the risk of mental distress among individuals residing in coastal regions susceptible to climate-related natural hazards. Method: This study utilised data from 642,419 adults who participated in the 2018 Indonesia Basic Health Survey (Riskesdas).
