Scarcity of water in a geographic area can cause stress in a society.
The demand for water exceeding the supply can affect:
(1) agriculture, with impact on food security
(2) water quality, and access to safe water
(3) business choices
(4) hygiene choices
(5) the size of the population that can be sustained
(6) the choice of water sources
(7) the ability to afford water, with implications for social disparities
The presence of one or more of these factors can be associated with increased stress.
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