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Stressed? ‘Sesame Street therapy has begun’

“I’m hanging on BY A THREAD ELMO,” wrote one of the muppet’s followers.

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Elmo, the beloved character from "Sesame Street," is offering emotional support through social media — as are some of his friends. (Victoria Will/AP)

As stress levels across the country mount on Election Day, the characters from Sesame Street are ready for group therapy.

“Hi friend! Elmo loves you. And Elmo will remind you every day if you need him to,” Elmo posted from his own X and Instagram accounts on Monday.