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A Focus on the Social Dimension of Adaptation

The success of adaptation mainly depends on the extent to which individuals and societies are willing to accept change and adopt lifestyles that can reduce social-environmental vulnerabilities. Predominant impact studies provide an insufficient approach in order to confront climate change impacts. However, a social science oriented approach has emerged. It highlights the importance of investigating necessary aspects of adaptation such as the political, economic, and social conditions. These conditions make societies more vulnerable to environmental trauma.  Therefore, the concept of adaptive capacity is crucial

published April 2nd, 2010
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