Americans Are Coping With Pandemic Stress In A Lot Of Different Ways
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According to a survey conducted by OnePoll, over 75% of Americans say the COVID-19 pandemic has increased their stress and anxiety. So how are people coping?
The survey shows that a lot people are exercising to relieve stress. Since gyms are closed, they’re hitting the streets and running or biking to burn some calories and shake off the anxiety. Of course, plenty of other folks are choosing the road that leads to the sofa and TV.
I’ve also read that many Americans are finding comfort in online shopping. A lot of those purchases tend to be somewhat impulsive but at least they’re keeping delivery drivers employed. Online shopping didn’t make it onto this list, though.
Top 10 Ways Americans Are Coping With Pandemic Stress
- Exercise: 52 percent
- Watch TV: 42 percent
- Sleep: 38 percent
- Meditate: 37 percent
- A drink at the end of the day: 32 percent
- Play games: 32 percent
- Call or text family and friends: 30 percent
- Closely follow my prescription medications: 27 percent
- Have sex: 27 percent
- Use CBD: 25 percent
Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.
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