Even though the holidays are meant to be joyful, plenty of people feel the opposite way. More than three in five Americans describe the season as stressful, overwhelming, or exhausting.

We turned to a panel of experts in the fields of personal finance, business, management and psychology for additional insight into the best New Year’s Resolutions for achieving financial improvement and strategies for sticking to them.

Australia has implemented a ban on social media apps for children under 16, citing concerns over mental health and the addictive nature of platforms like Instagram, Snapchat, and TikTok. The decision has sparked discussions in the United States about whether a similar move should be considered.

A work holiday party. Gatherings and gift exchanges with friends. A brunch for which my husband and I will be hosting more than 20 family members. Cleaning, decorating, shopping, cooking, card-writing, charity efforts. Those are just some of the things keeping me busy at this time of year. I’m sure many of you have your own long lists.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming a part of mental health care, with its integration into therapy sessions raising both interest and concerns.

As we find ourselves back into the holiday season just thinking about managing the interactions ahead — with family, friends, and even our own thoughts — it can be a lot. It’s also easy to become overwhelmed with finances, complicated family relationships, or the current political climate and if you’re feeling weight on your shoulders, you’re certainly not alone.