Psychiatric News (12/2) reports the American Psychiatric Association (APA) commissioned “a nationwide poll[PDF]” revealing that 41% “of Americans said their level of stress increases during the holidays, compared with just 7% percent who said it diminishes.” Respondents were concerned about “contracting COVID-19 during gatherings (38%) and finding (40%) and affording (46%) gifts.” The poll, which was “conducted by Morning Consult on behalf of APA, was fielded between November 17 to 21 among a nationally representative sample of 2,119 adults.” APA CEO and Medical Director Saul Levin, MD, MPA, stated, “While we are pleased to be rejoining our families and friends, depending on who you are or where you work, stress may be a bigger factor.”
Related Links:
— “APA Poll Reveals COVID-19 and Other Worries During Holiday Festivities, Psychiatric News, December 2, 2021