Nearly Half of Americans Can’t Sleep At Night
We’re stressed out, we can’t sleep, we’re drinking too much - and it’s getting worse. 48% of Americans say they’re more stressed now than they were five years ago, and the same percent report regularly lying awake at night because of stress, according to a new study by the American Psychological Association.
What is it we’re worrying about while we stare at the ceiling all night? Primarily two things: money and work, the main woes for nearly 75% of Americans. We’re also worrying about making the rent. More than half of people polled say paying the landlord or making the monthly mortgage causes great stress.
According to the report, all that stress and worry is taking a big toll on our lives, leading us to fight with family members, drink, smoke and give up on working out. As a result of stress, 54% of people have fought with loved ones, and 8% say stress has led to separation or divorce. More than three-quarters of respondents say stress is making them sick, from headaches (44%) to upset stomach (34%) and grinding their teeth (17%). 43% claim they eat - or overeat - unhealthy food to deal with stress, while a third say they lose their appetite and start skipping meals. Sad…
