(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – Revealing a nation on edge, a shocking 79% of Americans are grappling with election anxiety as Election Day looms.
Specifically, the mainstream media’s doom and gloom messaging is taking a toll on the mental health of Americans.
A recent survey exposes the alarming extent of this election-induced stress. Nearly 22% of Americans report negative mental health effects from election coverage.
Poll respondents indicated that key stressors included the struggle to navigate misinformation (57%), the constant bombardment of pessimistic messaging (56%) and concern about the election’s aftermath (54%).
The anxiety is greater among younger generations, with 64% of Gen Z and 54% of millennials feeling the weight of election stress.
Even more troubling, 44% of Gen Zers have put major life milestones on pause due to political climate anxiety.
The mainstream media and Big Tech bear significant responsibility for this national anxiety epidemic.
A staggering 72% of respondents said social media and news coverage contributed to their election-related stress.
The upcoming presidential race between Kamala Harris and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is intensifying these feelings of anxiety and frustration.
About 80% of Democrats and two-thirds of Republicans report feeling anxious about the election due to the high stakes involved.
As the election approaches, many Americans are seeking ways to cope with the mounting pressure.
Mental health experts have coined the term “election stress disorder” to describe this phenomenon, acknowledging the real impact of political turmoil on individuals’ well-being.
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