Withdrawal from social participation

Details of infographic from APA’s 2026 Stress in America survey

Nearly half of U.S. adults are withdrawing from social participation

U.S. adults pulled back from some form of social participation in the past year as a result of stress: 47%

Actions taken in the past year as a result of stress, uncertainty, or feeling overwhelmed

• Pulled back from social activities or gatherings: 31%
• Reduced participation in hobbies or activities they previously enjoyed: 27%
• Reduced participation in community activities: 16%