Climate change can be blamed for a lot of physical ailments, such as asthma or respiratory issues — but one thing most people don’t consider is its impact on our mental health.

A new report from the American Psychological Association shows that, beyond warming up the planet, climate change is seriously stressing us out.

Longer winters, hotter summers and natural disasters are just some things that are inadvertently effecting our mental well-being. A long, freezing winter can quickly spark seasonal affective disorder (SAD) in someone, sending them into a state of depression. On the other hand, a previous study found that an exceptionally hot summer could make people more violent.

“Although the psychological impacts of climate change may not be obvious, they are no less serious because they can lead to disorders, such as depression, antisocial behavior, and suicide.” the report states.

It’s worse for people affected by or threatened by natural disasters, as they can experience grief, fear and bouts of PTSD in the event’s aftermath. Cases like this could lead to substance abuse and/or years of therapy. And even if you’re not personally affected by a natural disaster, the around-the-clock news coverage of an earthquake, tsunami or other environmental catastrophe can still take a stressful, depressing toll.

Additionally, environmental events can often force people to migrate, which can weigh heavily on a person as they lose their community and support systems. According to the report, these people tend to have more work absences, and experience a greater strain on their personal relationships.

Keeping yourself informed is high on the report’s list for combatting the unseen stressors climate change is creating. Just knowing that climate change might be affecting your mental health is the first step to mitigating its effects. The report also encourages strong social connections as a means of security and a way to give yourself access to as much information as possible.

The lesson, clearly, is to keep your friends close, and your climate change-informed friends even closer.