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70% of Americans report election stress or anxiety. Here’s what experts say can help

Poynter · Grace Abels · last updated

Election stress can affect more than your mood. Experts recommend setting limits on news, getting sleep and staying active.

Is the impending Election Day making your eye twitch? Are you getting snappy with your loved ones? Checking polls and news updates like your life depends on it?

Anxiety about elections is reasonable, no matter which side of the political aisle you’re on. The people we elect and the policies they implement can affect many aspects of our daily lives — such as the economy, education, taxes and healthcare, to name a few. In today’s hyper-polarized world, politics can feel all-consuming at times.

 

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