OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR)— The loss of paychecks and SNAP benefits has affected many Oklahomans, but now, many are looking at the toll the government shutdown is having on the mental health of those impacted.

It has resulted in some taking drastic measures to try and ease the pain.

"A lot of these folks are vulnerable people and they need a little bit of extra support to get back on their feet," Carrie Blumert, CEO of Mental Health Association of Oklahoma, said.

The government shutdown is likely causing stress levels to reach new heights for thousands of Oklahomans directly affected by it.

Many federal workers and military personnel have missed paychecks while bills continue to pile up.

SNAP benefits will not go out on November 1st, leaving thousands of families without the help they rely

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