Stressed About Election Day? 9 Expert-Approved Ways to Protect Your Mental Health
Election Day is here, and you might be feeling uneasy about the significant outcomes that will impact policy going forward. Feeling powerless and anxious about things you can't always control may affect your mental health,
How to take a mental health day after Election Day
With Election Day finally over, you might find yourself scrolling social media for hours on end — either elated that Donald Trump won, or devastated that he defeated Kamala Harris. Either way, you might instead consider a hard-earned break from the 2024 election altogether.
Houstonians have mixed emotions about the election results. Here are some mental health resources
The election results can create many different feelings, but experts agree it's okay to take a break from politics.
Post-election mental health: Prioritizing you, no matter the outcome
Elections can be emotionally charged experiences. The aftermath of a presidential election, especially one that sparks division, can leave many feeling
What to Do If the Election Didn’t Go as You’d Hoped, According to a Mental Health Expert
If the results of the election are not what you’d hoped for, panic or dread have likely begun to set in. What should you do? How should you cope? Here, a few quick tips. From there, you need to acknowledge the truth and how you’re feeling in reaction ...
Campus groups host mental health and well-being events following the election
In the run up to election day on Tuesday, several campus groups announced that they would provide wellbeing-related resources for students across campus. The University Health Services held “Post-Election Listening Circles” and The Princeton Environmental Activism Coalition,
Here's how stress from the election can impact your mental health, sleep schedule
The election cycle can be stressful for some. Here are some tips from a North Texas doctor to get your mind off of politics.
Have election anxiety? Use these tools to take care of your mental health on Election Day
Nearly 69% of U.S. adults reported that the 2024 presidential election is a significant source of stress in their lives.
Anxiety surrounding Election Day is high; find out how mental health professionals in Colorado are helping
An Oct. 22 study from the American Psychological Association shows that 69% of Americans surveyed said the 2024 election was a significant stress on their life.
How is the election affecting Montanans' mental health?
Although it only comes around every four years, the U.S. presidential election can cause a great deal of stress in a voter's life. However, there are strategies to relieve that stress.
Therapists break down how to protect your mental health on Election Day
It doesn’t matter who you voted for - Election Day can be stressful and overwhelming. Therapists break down how to cope with the big day and the results. Whether you are lining up with the millions to cast your ballot or have already voted,
Post-election emotions? Here are expert tips and resources to manage your mental health
Know you're not alone: "It's completely normal for people to feel a sense of loss or fear when election results don't align with their hopes," Sinha said, adding these emotions can "take a toll on ...
Take care of yourself after the election with these tips (+ mental health resources in NC)
In the days following this high-stakes election, we should all take the time we need to best care for ourselves. Here are ...