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12-26-23 managing holiday stress

todayDecember 22, 2023

For most people this time of year brings joy and excitement.  But the holidays can also bring stress and anxiety for many people.  According to a recent survey by the American Psychological Association nearly 40 percent of people say their stress level increases during the holidays.   SSM Health St. Agnes Hospital Behavioral Health social worker Jackie Block says there is a lot of pressure to have a great holiday and with that comes high expectations.  Block says it’s important to keep things in perspective and to simplify things.  Block says take time for yourself and maintain a positive attitude.   And Block says she doesn’t care much for New Year’s resolutions.  Block says that’s a set up for failure.

Written by: Radio Plus

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