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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Camilla Foster

I’m a psychiatrist. Here’s 6 signs you have political anxiety – and what you can do to cope

Amidst ongoing political turbulence, particularly following last week's local election results and the subsequent scrutiny of figures like Sir Keir Starmer, many Britons may find themselves grappling with a sense of unease.

The relentless churn of the 24-hour news cycle and the often-polarising nature of social media can exacerbate these feelings, making it difficult to disengage.

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