Beware: Heat can exacerbate mental illness


By AGENCY
Most of us struggle when temperatures rise above 30°C, but those who are affected by mental illnesses are said to be particularly at risk on hot days. — dpa

High outdoor temperatures are not only a strain on the body, but mentally stressful as well.

So they’re particularly problematic for people with a mental health condition.

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