Licensed psychotherapist Tara Arutunian, who is based in New York State, shared her thoughts on the survey results.
“Identification with political ideals often represents a deep sense of how we view ourselves and the way society should work. These rights and wrongs are usually oversimplified and lack nuance, leading to disagreements,” she told Newsweek.
Arutunian pointed to generational differences as reasons why these arguments are likely to crop up. But, above all, she suggested that political arguments are not likely to change opinions with a shouting match over the dinner table.
“In-laws may view themselves as more seasoned and knowledgeable than younger generations,” Arutunian said. “And younger generations may feel their in-laws just don’t understand the modern world. This type of impasse is not likely to shift, so agreeing to disagree and sidestepping future conversations will likely bring about more harmony in relationships.”
Produced in association with SWNS Research
