The Lomborg Paradox

The Lomborg Paradox observes that while many studies show the world's overall situation improving—such as reductions in poverty and child mortality—public concern about these issues often remains high or even increases. This seems contradictory because, logically, improvements should lead to less worry. The paradox highlights how factors like media focus, personal experiences, and cognitive biases can keep people feeling anxious or pessimistic, despite evidence of progress. In essence, even as the world gets better in many ways, human perceptions and narratives can sustain a sense of crisis.