what is a method of distinguishing sensory stimuli that takes into account not only the stimuli's strengths but also such variable elements as the setting, your physical state, your mood, and your attitudes

Honestly "global warming" may be a slight possiblity, however they called it "climate change" because its not real, in fact we had one of our coldest days here not too long ago, and the "issues" with this subject is a blindfold for actual problems.