American Psychological Association Oct 9 2025 Watching short inspirational videos may be just as effective at reducing stress as meditation, according to research published by the American Psychological Association. Stress has arguably reached epidemic levels in the U.S. According to the APA's Stress in America survey, Americans say they're feeling more anxious than in previous years, with a majority of people 18-44 saying they feel moderate to extreme stress daily. Though there are many