Air Pollution: Exacerbating Existing Health Conditions Among Youth

Abstract

This study investigated the impact of air pollution on the youth age group 18-29, focusing on physical and psychological health and awareness levels, as well as the way youth gather their information regarding poor air quality. The research adopts a descriptive research design to examine how poor air quality affects the health of youth, assesses their awareness of pollution related health risks, and explores the role of environmental education and media in shaping the thoughts of youth towards air pollution and the ways youth are engaged in advocacy for cleaner air and environmental initiatives. The sample of the study is chosen with the help of purposive sampling, and it's made convenient for the researcher to collected data. The findings of the study reveal significant health impacts on the respiratory system and psychological well-being, alongside limited formal environmental education and generally neutral levels of environmental awareness. These findings highlight the need of strengthen educational initiatives that go beyond simply raising awareness among youth about air pollution. Such programs should inspire people engagement, equipping youth with the knowledge and motivation to contribute actively to environmental solutions. By nurturing perspectives and encouraging people involvement, we can shape a generation committed to sustainability and capable of driving impactful policy reforms.