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FIELDS OF SORROWS AND HARVEST: COPING WITH GRIEF, CLIMATE CHANGE AND FOOD SCARCITY IN INDIGENOUS FARMING COMMUNITIES IN NIGERIA
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Climate change, food insecurity, indigenous farming communities, coping mechanisms, resilience strategies, ecological grief, socio-economic impactsAbstract
This study explores the intertwined challenges of climate change, food scarcity, and emotional grief among indigenous farming communities in Nigeria. As climate change exacerbates food production issues, Indigenous farmers face not only economic hardship but also profound psychological impacts. This research examines the coping mechanisms and resilience strategies employed by these communities. Using a combination of surveys, interviews, and focus groups, the study provides a nuanced understanding of how climate-induced food insecurity affects both the livelihoods and emotional well-being of indigenous farmers. The results reveal a complex web of challenges, emphasizing the need for targeted policy interventions and support systems. The findings points to the importance of integrating mental health support into agricultural and environmental policies. This research contributes to the broader discourse on climate justice, emphasizing the unique vulnerabilities and strengths of indigenous populations in the face of global environmental changes.
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Okibe, S. (2024). FIELDS OF SORROWS AND HARVEST: COPING WITH GRIEF, CLIMATE CHANGE AND FOOD SCARCITY IN INDIGENOUS FARMING COMMUNITIES IN NIGERIA. Sprin Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, 3(7), 34–38. https://doi.org/10.55559/sjahss.v3i7.377
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