Tis the season of politics in America because this fall we will be voting for our

president. I hear responses from many who are stressed about what they are going to do during this political cycle.

I often get questions such as, how am I going to manage my relationships and avoid landmines?

And, is it okay to take a my relationships and avoid landmines.

And is it okay to take a step back from it all

before I have a serious coronary?

Well, today I am going to offer you some help

with your political anxiety.

Welcome back to Savvy Psychologist.

I'm your host Dr. Monica Johnson.

Every week on this show, I'll help you face life's challenges with evidence-based approaches,

a sympathetic ear, and zero judgment.

Political anxiety refers to a type of anxiety that arises from concerns and stress related to political

events, issues, or developments.

It is not in the DSM-5, but politics are definitely one of the reasons that an individual can have anxiety.

It can manifest in various ways, and its symptoms can vary from person to person.

Some common symptoms of political anxiety that I hear about include

increased worry.

Individuals with political anxiety may find themselves constantly worrying about political events,

policies, and their potential impact on society or their personal lives.

Feelings of helplessness.

They may feel powerless or helpless

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