Election stress, Asfour says, is real. That's because stress can spike hormones like adrenaline and cortisol and lead to an increase in heart rate and blood pressure, according to Asfour, who is the medical director of the Cardiovascular Service Line for Dignity Health in Arizona.

We spoke with two experts to learn more about how to handle election anxiety or stress.

As we collectively wait for the polls to close and the results of the 2024 presidential election, we’re finding a reprieve in the good ole’ Internet. On X, Instagram, and TikTok people are jumping online to bring humor in a time of serious anxiety.

With policy issues at stake that have real impacts on people’s lives, Tuesday’s election is an understandable source of worry. Dr. Ashwini Nadkarni emphasizes focusing on what’s still within our control.

On Election Day, you may be feeling stress, anxiety, worry or all of the above. While mental health experts say it's important to feel all those emotions, it's also critical to take a step back and focus on managing that stress.