It’s very common for people to get stuck in a rut with the realisation of the extent of the threat of climate change. The number of those people are only growing as well. This may be something you are experiencing without even knowing. Eco-anxiety is on the rise and is especially prevalent among young people. This is due to the increased sensitivity of their brains to the effects of stressors. Another factor is the increased likelihood young people face of being impacted by more severe climate-related effects throughout their lives.