It is normal to feel a wide range of heightened emotions during election season. If you are experiencing election stress, you are not alone. Politics are increasingly recognized as a source of stress for many. Sociopolitical stress, defined as intense feelings and experiences that stem from awareness of, exposure to, and/or involvement in political events and phenomena (Ballard et al., 2022), is a widely felt phenomenon. Learn more about ways to manage sociopolitical stress and maintain your well-being during this election season.
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