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Money is Americans’ top source of stress, and it’s taking a toll on their mental health

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Roughly seven in 10 people (69%) say improving their finances would have the biggest impact on their overall happiness, and more than half (56%) say the right tools and guidance could make managing money less stressful. Note: This study was conducted among 1,006 U.S. adults ages 18 and older.

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    Roughly seven in 10 people (69%) say improving their finances would have the biggest impact on their overall happiness, and more than half (56%) say the right tools and guidance could make managing money less stressful. Note: This study was conducted among 1,006 U.S. adults ages 18 and older.

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