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How well can Americans visualize images in their minds?
Only 15% of Americans have heard of the condition, according to a new YouGov survey of 2,397 Americans.
11 days ago - Article
Most Americans believe marijuana is safer than alcohol and tobacco
Most Americans (56%) have tried marijuana at some point in their lives, including 24% who say they’ve used it in the past year; 17% have used it in the past month.
about 1 month ago - Article
Half of Americans expect to view the April 8 solar eclipse
People who saw the last eclipse in 2017 are far more likely than those who didn't to say they'll see the upcoming eclipse: 73% think they'll view it, including 42% who have already made plans.
about 2 months ago - Article
Two-thirds of Americans who made resolutions for 2024 say they have stuck to them so far
Among the people who made New Year’s resolutions or set a goal for 2024, most are still sticking to them — even though Americans overall doubt that people who made the resolutions have stuck to them.
about 2 months ago - Article
Most wine drinkers don’t think they could tell the difference between a $10 bottle and a $100 one
When it comes to choosing a bottle, cost is the most important factor for many wine drinkers.
about 2 months ago - Article
Most Americans would limit abortion after a certain stage of pregnancy and allow certain exceptions
55% of Americans say that in most circumstances, an abortion should be allowed up until a certain time in pregnancy and restricted after that.
2 months ago - Article
What do Americans think about scientists?
Americans are closely split on whether scientists should have an active role in policy debates about scientific issues.
4 months ago - Article
What do Americans want in a primary care provider? An honest practitioner who takes their insurance
Many also place a high value on a PCP's listening skills, intelligence, and level of experience. Fewer consider factors such as their race, sexual orientation, religion, politics, gender, or age.
5 months ago - Article
Americans with higher incomes are more likely to have straight, white teeth
A new YouGov survey finds that a person’s teeth can have a significant impact on their self-confidence, and that Americans with higher family incomes are particularly likely to have straight, white teeth.
7 months ago - Article
How question style can influence survey responses: the effect of multiple-select
When YouGov surveys Americans, we aim to ask questions that accurately measure their beliefs, expectations, and behaviors. How we ask these questions can affect how survey takers respond.
8 months ago - Article
What Americans think about boundaries and romantic relationships
A new YouGov survey reveals that many Americans have mixed feelings about relationship boundaries and that many are familiar with many therapy-speak words.
8 months ago - Article
Views on COVID-19 and vaccines remain divided by party
Three-quarters of Americans have heard at least something about the new booster, but only 36% want the booster or already got it. Party differences are sizable: 60% of Democrats but only 23% of Republicans either say they want the booster or already got it.
8 months ago - Article
Many Americans link increases in extreme weather to climate change
Most Americans believe the frequency and severity of certain types of extreme weather have increased — including wildfires, heat waves, floods, droughts, hurricanes, and tornadoes. Majorities who think each of these events has become more common or severe believe climate change is mostly or entirely responsible for the changes.
8 months ago - Article
A growing share of Americans say Mitch McConnell's health and age severely limit his abilities
Following Mitch McConnell's recent public health episode, the share of Americans who say the effects of his health and age on his abilities are severe has increased dramatically.
10 months ago - Article
One in four Americans say there is currently a COVID-19 pandemic
A total of 8% say they've had long COVID — which includes a range of symptoms that last weeks or months after first being infected.
10 months ago - Article
Few Americans know about the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, but most would be willing to use it
While the vast majority of Americans (92%) are able to accurately enter the number for local emergency services — 911 — our survey finds that far fewer (14%) can provide 988 as the number for the Suicide and Crisis lifeline.
10 months ago - Article
Four in 10 Americans say their air quality is currently being affected by wildfires
In the Midwest, the number of people who say they're being affected has risen 31 percentage points since last month. Fewer people in the South and the West say they have been affected by the latest round of fires.
11 months ago - Article
A year after Roe v. Wade was overturned, where do Americans stand on abortion access?
A recent YouGov survey asked Americans how they feel about the decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, abortion access in their state, and in what circumstances they think a person should be allowed to get a legal abortion.
11 months ago - Article
American women describe their experiences with menstrual periods
Our latest survey explores topics such as the age people got their first period, how they were educated about menstruation, and their experiences with period pain and pain management.
about 1 year ago - Article
American women describe their experiences with menopause
Women are more likely to describe their experiences with menopause as negative rather than positive, with many saying they've experienced hot flashes, difficulty sleeping, and mood changes.
about 1 year ago