New research suggests the conservative mental health advantage is a myth

New research suggests the conservative mental health advantage is a myth

For years, surveys have suggested that political conservatives in the United States tend to report better mental health than liberals. These differences have sparked debates in popular media and academic circles alike, fueling theories about ideology, worldview, and emotional resilience. But a new study published in PLOS One challenges the idea that this gap reflects a real difference in mental well-being. Instead, the researchers found that the…