The article discusses the psychological impact of Donald Trump's presidency, highlighting the anxiety felt by Americans due to his aggressive executive actions and attempts to dismantle federal structures. Many are overwhelmed with feelings of insecurity and anxiety, reflecting a potential shift even among Trump supporters, as polls show growing concern over the president's use of power. The author, a psychiatrist, notes that while there is a human tendency to minimize threats to maintain optimism, the unprecedented political volatility challenges this coping mechanism, leaving many feeling destabilized and fearful for the future.
If you're alarmed by Donald Trump's hoarding of executive power and efforts to dismantle the federal government, then maybe you should be.
Being inundated with unpredictable change over such a short period of time undermines people's sense of security and control.
Studies have shown, for example, that the brain selectively attends to positive information, and that people tend to discount negative predictions.
Even some Trump supporters appear to be reeling from the chaos: Recent polling suggests that more Americans believe that Trump has exceeded his presidential powers.
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