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Oct 11, 2022 … LONDON — COVID lockdowns and face masks policies have contributed to babies born during the pandemic having worse communicating skills than other infants, a new study reveals. Enforced isolation during the pandemic meant children met fewer milestones in their first year of life, according to the study by a team at RCSI University of Medicine…

Feb 23, 2022 … CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom — The mental impact of living during pandemic lockdowns is a common topic these days, but did some people actually like it more than normal life? A new study finds one in three young people were actually happier during lockdown. Researchers from the University of Cambridge say these teens and adolescents felt…

Sep 29, 2021 … VIENNA, Austria — Did the first coronavirus lockdown turn into one giant reality show? Scientists in Austria say COVID quarantine allowed them to conduct a “live social experiment,” revealing how men and women behave very differently during a pandemic. In a crisis, the study finds women tend to make significantly longer phone calls and follow…

Apr 07, 2021 … RAMAT GAN, Israel — Rates of loneliness, depression, and suicidal thoughts have increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the CDC, four in 10 U.S. adults reported struggling with mental health and substance abuse issues last June. However, some people are coping with the crisis just fine. So what makes people react differently? A…

Mar 25, 2021 … BARCELONA, Spain — All the lockdowns over the past year have been rough, even for the most habitual of homebodies. Interestingly, though, a recent study finds lockdowns have impacted many people in an unexpected way. Spanish researchers report the shock and stress of lockdowns have had negative effects on both the cognitive capacity and the…

Mar 12, 2021 … CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom — All the time spent locked inside over the last year helped keep the public safe from COVID-19. However, those lockdowns may have also sparked an uptick in eating disorders. Researchers from Anglia Ruskin University say recent lockdown measures appear to be contributing to an increase in eating disorder-related symptoms. In the…

Feb 09, 2021 … NEW YORK — Are you excited to check out the latest round of potential blockbusters or Oscar winners coming to theaters this year? Or are you more content re-watching “The Empire Strikes Back” for the 150th time? It appears most Americans can’t help but turn back time and watch the classics when it comes to pandemic…

Feb 09, 2021 … New survey shows that nearly three quarters feel their children were lonelier than ever before in 2020. NEW YORK — While many kids would probably say they loved not going to school for a year during the coronavirus pandemic, their parents see a bigger problem with 2020’s quarantine. A new survey finds seven in 10…

Feb 01, 2021 … NEW YORK — For over half of all women in the United States, the old adage “sisters before misters” might be more true than most people think. According to a OnePoll survey of 2,000 American women, 56 percent would rather be trapped in quarantine with their best female friend than a romantic partner. That includes…

Jan 29, 2021 … MORGANTOWN, W. Va. — For couples during the coronavirus pandemic, all that quality time at home together could seem like a blessing — at first. Unfortunately, the charm of working from home can quickly wear off when spouses start stepping on each other’s toes. A new study finds the more a person feels their spouse…

Jan 18, 2021 … NEW YORK — While the postponement of movie award shows means that awards season 2021 won’t arrive until the spring, American movie fans might be more prepared than ever for this year’s acceptance speeches. Six in 10 people say staying at home more often during COVID-19 has turned them into “total film buffs.” The new…

Jan 16, 2021 … NEW YORK — Most people have found themselves with lots of extra time at home during the coronavirus pandemic. According to a new survey, many people are choosing to use that time for some redecorating. In fact, 71 percent of Americans say they plan on doing even more redecorating and refurbishing in 2021. Their top priority…

Jan 11, 2021 … NEW YORK — Does slow and steady really win the race? According to a new survey, the answer is yes. Researchers find those who describe themselves as laid-back are not only adjusting better to life in quarantine, but are reportedly more optimistic overall. A OnePoll survey of 2,000 Americans — split up by those who…

Dec 15, 2020 … NEW YORK — There’s an old saying that if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life. A new survey finds many also believe if you don’t like your job, you won’t make much money either. Four in five American entrepreneurs say if you’re not passionate about what you do…

Dec 07, 2020 … Alarming new study reveals that binge drinkers are taking down four to seven drinks in a single sitting. DALLAS, Texas — From social isolation to fears about job loss, the stresses of living in quarantine can have a devastating impact on millions of people during COVID-19. For drinkers, the problems of living in lockdown may be…

Dec 03, 2020 … NEW YORK — With everything negative going on outside, our homes are becoming the new hotspots for people seeking a fun time in 2020. A new survey finds two in three Americans are the happiest they’ve ever been in their homes this year, much in part to various home improvement projects they’ve taken on amid…

Nov 12, 2020 … NEW YORK — The coronavirus pandemic continues to complicate seemingly every aspect of our lives, and a new survey finds the realm of dating is no different. Dating can be a tricky endeavor at any given time, but all of the restrictions brought on by COVID-19 have made connecting with new people infinitely harder in 2020.…

Aug 14, 2020 … New research shows that lifestyle and financial restraints resulting from coronavirus lockdowns are leading people to eat more processed foods. COPENHAGEN, Denmark — What’s the point in working out, dieting right, and sculpting the perfect beach body if you never get the chance to show it off? All of the physical inactivity, time spent stuck home,…

Jul 19, 2020 … NUREMBERG, Germany — Shortly after the coronavirus lockdown began, people around the world started sharing pictures of an amazing phenomenon taking place — major cities were suddenly clear of air pollution and smog. It turns out cities aren’t just cleaner, they’re gathering more power during the pandemic. A team of scientists in Germany report that…

Jul 17, 2020 … PHILADELPHIA — When COVID-19 first emerged as a national crisis in March, numerous state and local governments put stay-at-home or lockdown orders in place. Conversely, many others held off on mandating that locals stay home. Now, a new study from the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the University of Pennsylvania finds states that were slow to…

Jul 16, 2020 … NEW YORK — Spending time with others can be a risky proposition during the coronavirus pandemic. While some cities are urging people to only break quarantine for essential chores, a new survey has finds many are bending the rules for sex. A poll, commissioned by MysteryVibe, finds three in 10 people admit they’ve broken their…