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Millions of Americans feel financially stressed despite good salaries

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A recent study by Edward Jones and Gallup reveals that a significant majority of Americans, approximately 83%, experience financial stress, strain, or uncertainty, despite earning good salaries. This phenomenon, termed "money dysmorphia," affects individuals who are financially stable on paper but feel anxious and unfulfilled due to ingrained worries about money. The study highlights that this emotional distress can lead to a feeling of being controlled by finances, impacting overall well-being and relationships. AI

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Millions of Americans feel financially stressed despite good salaries

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Sydney Lake ·

    High-earning millennials and Gen Zers feel broke and conflicted: ‘I make a good salary, I shouldn’t be struggling this much’

    Just 16% of U.S. adults say they feel financially fulfilled, and experts say the anxiety gripping everyone else often has little to do with what's actually in their bank accounts.

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