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Political Stress Soars: Therapists Adapt to Trump Era

3/8/2026

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump is linked by psychologist Mary Trump and others to a rise in political depression in the U.S.
  • This condition is marked by hopelessness linked to political events and is increasingly discussed in therapy sessions.
  • A 2024 LifeStance Health survey found that two-thirds of respondents talk about politics with their therapists.
  • Therapists are adapting practices to address political stress by emphasizing community engagement and coping strategies.