Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/XC4XX8lSwtw   Nearly 40% of Americans state that today’s divisive politics are stressing them out.  Even more distressing is that 4% are driven to suicidal thoughts.   Political scientists at The University of Nebraska-Lincoln surveyed some 800 subjects.  The data show that: 32% are unnerved by the relentless controversies on cable news. 29% lose their tempers more easily. 20% have lost friends over political fights. 11% report physical health deterioration.   To combat sickening politics, turn off cable news, exercise, get outdoors, and read.  Impose a “no politics” rule when you gather with friends if you want them to remain friends.   Medical University of Vienna. "People in unhappy relationships more likely to have suicidal thoughts." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 7 September 2016. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/09/160907081921.htm   #Politics #illness #suicide