Coping With Political Stress During Recent U.S. Visa Restrictions: A Therapist’s Perspective

Coping With Political Stress During Recent U.S. Visa Restrictions: A Therapist’s Perspective

Political stress and anxiety are affecting many people across the United States. As a therapist—and someone with personal ties to Liberia, one of the countries impacted by recent immigration visa restrictions—I understand how deeply personal this moment can feel. Constant news exposure and misinformation often heighten fear, uncertainty, and emotional exhaustion. This blog offers grounded, practical strategies to manage stress and anxiety during the current political climate, including ways to calm the nervous system, limit news overload, and seek supportive mental health care. You are not alone, and support is available.

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We’re Resting, But I Hope We’re Still Watching: Why Black America Should Care About Immigration
Safi Lynch Wilson Safi Lynch Wilson

We’re Resting, But I Hope We’re Still Watching: Why Black America Should Care About Immigration

As a Black American voter and African immigrant, I explore how U.S. immigration policies—including ICE detention abuse, Trump’s travel ban, and systemic erasure—impact Black immigrants from Africa, the Caribbean, and Afro-Latino communities. I challenge the divide caused by Diaspora Wars and call for unity, rest, healing, and action within the Black community. Includes resources, mental health support, and a free consultation link for immigration-related psychological evaluations.

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