ArticleThe journal of climate change and health
Development and validation of a climate change version of the man-made disaster-related distress scale (CC-MMDS).
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- Higher levels of eco-distress in psychotherapy out-patients with depressive and anxious symptoms are predicted by emotion regulation strategies.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2025Article
- Exposure to climate-related stressors undermines mental health in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq: a cross-sectional study.Frontiers in public health · 2025Article
- Correlates of climate change distress: The difference to general distress.International journal of clinical and health psychology : IJCHPArticle
- Better, balanced adaptation, resilience and solidarity.The journal of climate change and healthArticle
- Development and validation of a climate change version of the man-made disaster-related distress scale (CC-MMDS).The journal of climate change and healthArticle
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Abstract
Introduction: Climate change, considered as a pressing man-made disaster, poses a fundamental threat to global health, with significant psychological consequences. However, measurement instruments assessing these consequences of climate change remain limited. This study aimed to address this gap by developing and validating an adapted version of the Man-Made Disaster-Related Distress Scale (MMDS), specifically designed for the assessment of indirect climate change-related psychological consequences. Materials and Methods: The items of the MMDS were adapted to climate change. The resulting "Climate Change - Man-Made Disaster-Related Distress Scale" (CC-MMDS), comprising 16 items, was validated in an online-based survey in Germany. Initially, 1070 participants were engaged in the survey. Results: The data of Discussion: This study validated the CC-MMDS, confirming a two-factor structure. The scale demonstrated strong measurement properties, making it a promising standardized instrument for assessing climate change-related distress. Conclusion: With its strong psychometric properties and efficient administration, the CC-MMDS offers valuable insights for research and can aid mental health providers in identifying and supporting individuals impacted by climate change.
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