Stress Kills, The Facts

• Workplace stress: 83% of U.S. workers report work-related stress.
• Work-related stress impact: 72% of people with daily stress say it interferes with their lives at least moderately.
• Frequent stress: Nearly half of U.S. adults (49%) frequently feel stress, according to a 2023 Gallup poll.
• Stress and gender: 53% of women and 45% of men reported frequently feeling stressed in 2023.
• Overall symptoms: More than three-quarters of adults have experienced stress symptoms, such as headaches, tiredness, or feeling nervous/anxious. 

• Personal finances: 66% of adults report it as a significant stressor.
• Inflation and cost of living: 64% of adults report this is a significant stressor.
• Work-related stress: 76% of adults say work is a significant stressor.
• Health concerns (personal and family): 61% of adults report this as a significant stressor.
• Current events: 70% of adults are anxious about current events.
• The economy: 77% of adults are anxious about the economy.
• The 2024 U.S. election: 73% of adults are anxious about the election.
• Gun violence: 69% of adults are anxious about gun violence. 

Impact of Stress

• Behavioral and mental health: Nearly half of U.S. adults (49%) say stress has negatively affected their behavior.
• Physical and mental health symptoms: Stress can lead to symptoms like headaches, fatigue, nervousness, anxiety, and depression.
• Feeling overwhelmed: 72% of adults report feeling overwhelmed due to stress.
• Sleep disruption: Stress can lead to changes in sleeping habits, with 32% of adults reporting this.
• Coping mechanisms: About 15% of adults use alcohol, cigarettes, or drugs to relax.