Adverse Effects
Definition
Adverse effects refer to negative consequences or outcomes that result from a particular event, action, or situation.
Related terms
Environmental degradation: The deterioration of the natural environment through factors like pollution, deforestation, or overexploitation of resources.
Social unrest: Turmoil within a society caused by factors like inequality, political instability, or ethnic tensions.
Economic downturn: A decline in economic activity characterized by reduced production, high unemployment rates, and decreased consumer spending.
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What significant role does the human geography concept play in mitigating the adverse effects of forced migration?
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