‘Stress in America’ survey shows adults have collective trauma

By Susan Gonsalves
January 2nd, 2024

Data from the most recent “Stress in America,” survey shows that people of all ages are still experiencing trauma from the pandemic that has impacted their physical and mental wellbeing.
Arthur C. Evans, Jr., Ph.D., the American Psychological Association chief executive officer, noted in a statement: “The COVID-19 pandemic created a collective experience among Americans. While the early-pandemic lockdowns may seem like the distant past, the aftermath remains.”
The Harris Poll conducts the nationwide study on the APA’s behalf, surveying more than 3,000 adults over the age of 18.
The results also cite inflation, racism and racial injustice, global conflict, and climate-related disasters as high causes of stress.
Some of the key findings indic...

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