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Infographic: Stress and uncertainty more likely in workplaces affected by government policy changes

infographic showing the percentage of workers who report stress and uncertainty in workplaces affected by government policy changes

Details of infographic from APA’s 2025 Work in America™ survey

% of workers who agree/strongly agree

Workers who say government policy changes have affected their company or organization:

Drastically/significantly
Moderately/slightly
Not at all

“During the workday, I typically feel tense or stressed out.”

55% drastically/significantly
45% moderately/slightly
28% not at all

“Things feel uncertain at my job right now.”

52% drastically/significantly
39% moderately/slightly
19% not at all

“My work environment has a negative impact on my mental health.”

46% drastically/significantly
36% moderately/slightly
18% not at all