"Phoenix Braces for Record-Breaking Heat Wave and Its Impact on Mental Health"

The Southwest United States is bracing for an extreme heat wave that could be one of the worst in its history, both in terms of intensity and duration. The heat wave is expected to affect Arizona, New Mexico, and interior California, with temperatures peaking during the second half of next week. The National Weather Service warns that this heat wave could rival some of the region's worst ever seen. Excessive heat warnings are in place, and temperatures are expected to reach at least 110 degrees Fahrenheit in Phoenix every day. The heat, combined with low humidity, also increases the risk of wildfires. The heat wave is expected to persist with no clear end in sight, and the duration may depend on the onset of the monsoon season.