These are unprecedented times in America, the U.S. climate is incredibly unstable, and the divide between the left and right has never been higher than before. There simply seems to be no point of agreement with republicans and democrats. In these dark and unstable times, the problem is exacerbated by a lack of leadership. When in the past, during these uncertain times, the president was a figure that would unite the people; these modern times are a far cry. Donald Trump continues to divide during his presidency and exacerbates the already contrasting opinions. Additionally, with the entire world hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, the economy has virtually shut down. Cracks are beginning to show in the healthcare system as well, as individual cities become overburdened. Under these already gloomy circumstances, the murder of George Floyd at the hands of a police officer sparked the country into protesting and rioting. The Black Lives Matter movement has taken to streets, and protestors currently occupy an entire zone in Seattle. All these conditions combine to create a uniquely stressful political climate within the country. With the upcoming 2020 elections, it’s prudent that we manage to get an idea of American citizens’ health.
In July 2020, we surveyed 1137 respondents in the United States on how the Presidential Election and the recent political events have had a significant impact on the health of American Citizens. Here are what we found:
 1.The average hours of weekly sleep in United States is 43.33 which falls slightly below the recommended 47 hours of weekly sleep that the average adult should get.For the sleeping hour report of 50 states
2.52.40% of Americans claimed that they are experiencing anxiety during the President Election and political events.
3.54.08% of Americans confirmed that they experienced stress disorder. 4.24.80% of respondents indicated that they were drinking alcohol to cope with the events.
5.26.60% of respondents reveal that they are arguing more during these times.
6.17.90% of respondents have admitted to have less sex during the events. 7.46.20% of Americans concerned about America’s future on the next presidential term. 8.42.40% of Americans concerned about losing jobs in Covid-19 crisis.
9.37.60% of Americans concerned about the expansion of the Coronavirus from George Floyd protests. Â
You can read the whole study here: https://sleepstandards.com/presidential-election-american-health/
