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Talking politics: How to reduce anxieties around election discussions [Video]

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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (KCRG) – The voting may be over, but conversations over the election and politics continue. And those conversations can cause tensions to rise.

Many people are taking to social media to share their thoughts. With all the online rhetoric, mental health professionals said there are a few things you can do if you find yourself struggling when talking about politics.

”Setting boundaries around conversations, how much do you want to talk about the election?” said Emma Harding, Director of Education and Outreach Programs at Tanager Place.

”Take breaks from your screens. Stay away from doom scrolling,” said Kurt Rogahn with NAMI.

Kurt Rogahn, Program Coordinator for the Linn County chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, said it’s important to know when to talk politics with friends and family.

”Know your limits. There may be family members that you can’t discuss the election with and don’t antagonize people. Don’t antagonize yourself,” Rogahn …

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