Iran conflict adds to Americans’ crisis fatigue, fueling anxiety, sleeplessness and PTSD
Published on March 20, 2026.
The ongoing conflict with Iran is causing anxiety, sleeplessness, and symptoms of PTSD. The stress is particularly acute as it exacerbates existing stress levels. Howard Martin, executive vice president of HeartMath, uses heart-brain coherence science to apply to leadership, performance, health and emotional management during rapid change. He has worked with thousands of people worldwide to improve resilience, emotional regulation, and decision-making. Despite the high level of stress, Martin believes that reducing it is achievable through science-based methods.
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