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Harris Poll: Future + Economy + Election = Too Much Stress

 

The future, the economy and the presidential election are creating huge amounts of stress for  Americans, according to a new study from Stagwell’s Harris Poll that was done in conjunction with the American Psychological Association.  

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Per the study, 77% of adults say the future of the nation is a significant source of stress, along with the economy (73%) and the presidential election (69%).  

The study found Americans worry about a lot other issues as well including: U.S. politics (62%); health care (55%); violence and crime (54%); the environment (51%); global tension/conflict (51%); and gun laws and regulations (49%).  

When asked to rate stress about specific news, topics and events, housing costs (65%), mass shootings (63%), spread of false news (62%) and social divisiveness (60%) are highest.  

41% have a hard time having a civil conversation today about politics with people who have different values.  

61% are hopeful about change this election and that it will lead to a more inclusive society (59%). Well, I guess we know who they’re voting for.  

 

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