The Psychological Effects of Climate Change: A Chat With Deon-Já Auld

In this compelling episode, we sit down with Deon-Já Auld, a native Grenadian, to discuss the profound impacts of climate change beyond environmental damage.

Deon-Já shares her personal experience with Hurricane Beryl, exploring the emotional and mental health challenges that arose in its aftermath.

Quote of the Day: “Climate change does not just affect our environment; it transforms our minds, alters our outlook on life, challenges our resilience and reshapes our sense of security.” - Deon-Já Auld

We delve into community resilience, the role of government and NGOs in addressing mental health, and the unique pressures for those on the frontlines of climate crises. Tune in for an insightful conversation on building emotional resilience in the face of climate change.

Support those suffering from the aftermaths of Hurricane Beryl:

• https://gofund.me/3d1b11bd
• https://pay.gov.gd/Home/Index?paymenttypelevel1=BRL&paymenttypelevel2=BRL&lockPaymentTypes=True
• https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/0d7dd1ab-a537-4a25-921e-64157eb7e4df
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5M-05lVOp8

Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
• 0:30 About Deon-Já Auld
• 2:15 Quote of The Day
• 3:38 Hurricane Beryl, the Physical and Mental Toll
• 12:20 Coping
• 14:29 Is Enough Being Done To Help People Mentally Recover?
• 16:31 Impact For Young People
• 18:41 Desensitization, Regret and Frustration
• 24:35 Grenadian Community Now
• 26:48 Suggestions to Improve Outreach For Mental Health
• 29:49 Last Words, Resources and Send Off
• 32:31 "Heart of Carnival" - Vaughn (stream and share)