The average American feels like their head is spinning 156 times a year from stress, according to new research.
A survey of 2,000 adults found that stress headaches occurred three times a week and that respondents recalled experiencing brain fog more often.
Looking at their current level of stress, the survey found that 41% said they were at their highest level of stress in the year to date.
Conducted by Talker Research for Traditional Medicinals, the results showed that while 30% are optimistic that their stress levels will drop by the end of the year, a quarter of respondents think there is a chance for it to increase (26%).
However, 45% have never taken a mental health day or sick day from work due to stress.
When comparing their levels of stress with those of previous years, 38% of those surveyed said that 2024 was more stressful than 2023, but less than 2022 and previous years.
What is it about this year that is making their woes worse? Respondents cannot stop thinking about their finances (35%), the economy (28%) and their physical health (25%).
Others are burdened by the state of the news – especially the 2024 presidential election (20%) and other world affairs (19%).
“With cold and flu season approaching, self-care and stress management are more important than ever,” said Kristel Corson, chief marketing officer at Traditional Medicinals. “Half of the people surveyed believe that stress is the most common cause of illness, and when asked which season causes the most stress, the highest proportion of the respondents (26%) said winter when given seasonal changes and holidays.”
Respondents know they are depressed when they have trouble sleeping (42%), feel irritable (37%), tired (34%), get headaches (33%) or feel anxious or scared (31%).
Looking at how Americans cope with these stressful times, the results showed that the majority feel stressed during this time (58%).
Forty-seven percent turn to alternative music (47%), while another 39% seek solace in their favorite shows and movies.
Food has its own calming effect, with almost a fifth of respondents sharing that they have a snack (17%) or drink a cup of tea (14%) when they need to de-stress.
Seven in 10 agree that their overall mental health would be better if they were able to reduce stress (71%), highlighting the need for self-care practices to be an important part of the solution of stress.
However, incorporating self-care practices into their daily lives is a barrier for one in seven Americans, leaving nearly half to desire convenient, consistent options and their busy schedule (47%) as opposed to most practices.
When considering a de-stressing regimen, an equal percentage of respondents want long-term health and the ability to quickly reduce stress (23% each).
“We believe in combining the wisdom of ancient herbs with the advances of modern science for a holistic approach to health,” said Corson. “Only 37% of those who responded to the survey think that traditional methods of stress relief are effective, while almost half feel confident with traditional methods such as yoga, meditation or calming tea. “
NORMAL USE PRESSURE
- Difficulty sleeping – 42%
- Annoyance – 37%
- Fatigue – 34%
- Head – 33%
- Feeling anxious/frustrated – 31%
- Inability to concentrate – 30%
- Uncertainty – 29%
- Racing ideas – 27%
- Brain fog/confusion – 23%
- Panic attacks – 23%
WHAT IS AMERICANS INVESTING?
- Personal income – 35%
- Economy – 28%
- Physical health – 25%
- Family – 25%
- Mental health – 24%
- 2024 presidential election – 20%
- News/ World news – 19%
- Employment – 16%
- Unexpected life event – 15%
- Romantic relationship – 13%
How to do the research:
Talker Research surveyed a total of 2,000 Americans; This survey was conducted by Traditional Medicine and conducted and conducted online by Talker Research between July 29 and Aug. 5, 2024.
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