Election Day is finally here, which means we’re nearing the end of what many have called “the most important election in our lifetime.” And as such a consequential election draws to a close, many people are understandably anxious about what the coming days and weeks might hold.
Americans will be glued to their TVs, phones and other devices as the results begin to come in Tuesday night. In all likelihood, vote counting will occur late into the evening with a chance of recounts in the days following. Add to that fear of civil unrest over the results, and it’s a recipe for stress and anxiety.
Instead of staying up late on election night, Northeastern University psychology professor Aaron Daniels offers this advice: Get some sleep, manage your screen time, and be prepared to accept the results. Then, with renewed purpose, “get back to work” on the problems that matter to you.
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