A survey conducted among over 300 federal workers who were laid off during the Trump administration found that 95% reported ongoing mental health effects. The survey, conducted by 27UNIHTED, a network of former National Institute of Health (NIH) employees, revealed that nearly half of the respondents are experiencing symptoms similar to PTSD, and a quarter have started new medications to manage these symptoms.
Survey indicates mental health effects among federal workers laid off by Trump administration
A survey of more than 300 federal workers dismissed by the Trump administration indicates that 95% are experiencing ongoing mental health effects. Nearly half of those surveyed reported PTSD-like symptoms, and a quarter have begun taking new medications for their symptoms.
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Federal workers experiencing ‘PTSD-like symptoms’ after unlawful firings by Trump administration
Survey indicates mental health effects among federal workers laid off by Trump administration