Recently I think NPR had a story about a study on Boeing workers in Seattle during and after a big cutback of employees. I think the study found that those who were let go early on actually ended up with less anxiety, more optimism, and better mental health than those who were able to keep their jobs. Later tonight I'll see if I can find a link for you. The situation might not compare to yours at all (or maybe it does), but it might be another angle to think about.
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