Discussing Holiday Stress with Gothamist
Our Chief Resident, Jason, shares what makes holidays stressful and why it's important to make space for yourself when feeling overwhelmed.
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In a recent national survey by the American Psychiatric Association, 1 in 5 respondents said the season hurt their mental health.Respondents cited the stress of affording or finding gifts, the grief of not being able to celebrate with a loved one who’s no longer around and worries about challenging family dynamics.
“The history of everyone's relationships coming together in one big place can be a lot,” said Jason Miki, a therapist with The Jewish Board, a large mental health nonprofit.
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[He] also recommends trying to take time for yourself when things feel overwhelming — even if you’re a parent and can only steal a few minutes alone.
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