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emotions
perceptions
survey
Chile
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Understanding how different segments of society perceive and respond to climate change is key for determining effective interventions and policies aimed at building adaptive capacity. In this study, we use a sex perspective to explore the differences in emotional responses and levels of concern about climate change between men and women in Chile. Using data from a national survey on climate change (n=2170), applied in all regions, six hypotheses were tested. We find that women expressed more concern about climate change than men and more fear and sadness than men. Conversely, men expressed more pessimism than women. Also, individuals with children were more concerned about climate change than those without children. These findings highlight the importance of delving into the association between emotions and responses to climate change in Chile and Latin America. Finally, its implications for increasing people’s participation in climate action are discussed.
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