Feb 2024

14m 23s

Dealing with political anxiety

About this episode

As election season approaches, I address how to manage your own political anxiety and have effective communication with others in the process.

Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.

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