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By the numbers

America in turmoil

A new Stress in America survey from APA shows a nation anxious about its future
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DeAngelis, T. (2020, September 1). By the numbers: America in turmoil. Monitor on Psychology, 51(6). https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/09/numbers-turmoil

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83%

Following the death of George Floyd, more than 8 in 10 Americans (83%) say the future of our nation is a significant source of stress. The previous high was reported in the 2018 Stress in America annual survey, when 69% reported the same.

72%

The percentage of Americans who say that this era of COVID-19 and racial protests is the lowest point in the country’s history that they can remember.

55%

The percentage of Black Americans who say discrimination is a significant source of stress. That percentage increased significantly, from 42% at the beginning of May to 55% at the beginning of June.

67%

The percentage of Americans who say the movement against systemic racism and police brutality is going to lead to meaningful change in America.

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