The Psychological Distance of Climate Change

A study that explores four dimensions of psychological distance – temporal, social, geographical and uncertainty – in relation to public concern about climate change, sustainable behaviors, and preparedness to act.

Date: 2011

Author:

Authors: Alexa Spence, Nick Pidgeon, Wouter Poortinga

Organization: Risk Analysis

Strategic Approach: Audiences

Type: General Resource

Author: Alexa Spence, Nick Pidgeon, Wouter Poortinga

Organization:

Organization: Risk Analysis

Strategic Approach: Audiences

Type: General Resource

The Psychological Distance of Climate Change

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