Government Study Finds Distrust of Government is Detrimental to Health

A recent study funded by the government has found that distrust of government can have a negative impact on an individual’s health. The research, conducted by a team of scientists from various universities, concluded that those who distrust their government are more likely to suffer from depression and anxiety than those who do not. The study looked at data from over 10,000 people across the United States and found that those with high levels of distrust in their government were significantly more likely to report feelings of depression and anxiety than those with low levels. They also found that this effect was especially pronounced among younger individuals. The researchers suggest that this could be due to the fact that young people are often exposed to more political discourse than older generations, which can lead them to become increasingly cynical about politics and government in general. This cynicism can then lead to feelings of powerlessness or helplessness, which can contribute to mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. The findings come at a time when trust in governments around the world is at an all-time low. In the United States alone, trust in the federal government has been steadily declining since 2017, according to Gallup polls. This lack of trust has been linked to increasing political polarization and a growing sense among many citizens that their voices are not being heard or taken seriously by elected officials. While this study does provide some evidence for why it’s important for citizens to trust their governments, it also serves as yet another reminder of how far we still have left to go before we reach true democracy where everyone feels like they have an equal say in how things are run. Until then, it seems like distrust will continue to be a major issue for both individuals and society as a whole.