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The Denial Dilemma
The Denial Dilemma: Why Some Reject Climate Change Facts
Nicole josetta
Why do some people reject climate change facts? Explore the denial dilemma, from naive realism to political influences, and the belief that it's a natural occurrence. Learn how understanding these factors can help us address the urgent issue of climate change.
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Naive Realism (the belief that our personal experience is reality) ​
We tend to brush aside news from around the world in favor of what we experience in our own lives.
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More "concerning problems"
A lot of people think that we won’t bear the brunt of climate change until 2050 or 2100, As a result, it becomes psychologically distant. It’s just one of thousands of other issues that are out there.
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Politics
People who pay attention to politics, tend to listen to what their leaders say. In fact, the election of Donald Trump — who’s called climate change a “hoax” and said on twitter that climate change isn't real because it's cold out.
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They think it's "natural"
People who pay attention to politics, tend to listen to what their leaders say. In fact, the electiEarth's climate is constantly changing due to natural factors such as solar radiation, volcanic activity, and ocean currents. While it is true that these factors can affect the climate, scientists agree that human activities are the primary cause of the current changes in global temperatures and weather patterns.on of Donald Trump — who’s called climate change a “hoax” and said on twitter that climate change isn't real because it's cold out.
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