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Political Turmoil Disrupts Sleep for 45 Million Americans

7/22/2025

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A recent study in Sleep Health uncovers a startling truth: 17% of American adults experienced disrupted sleep during the 2024 presidential campaign, impacting around 45 million individuals. Older adults and racial minorities faced the brunt of this stress, underscoring the profound psychological toll of political turmoil on our well-being. Further exploration into these effects is crucial.

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A recent study in Sleep Health uncovers a startling truth: 17% of American adults experienced disrupted sleep during the 2024 presidential campaign, impacting around 45 million individuals. Older adults and racial minorities faced the brunt of this stress, underscoring the profound psychological toll of political turmoil on our well-being. Further exploration into these effects is crucial.