Why Your Anxiety Is Valid Right Now. You’re not imagining it, you're tuned into the world. According to the American Psychiatric Association’s 2025 poll: 67% of Americans say they’re anxious about current global events Over 60% worry about personal safety, health, and finances 40% of workers are stressed about job security Climate concerns deepen the weight: more than one‑third of adults report weekly climate anxiety, with 55% admitting it’s affecting their mental health.