Background: Although remote communication technologies have been widely used to
maintain connections with others against interpersonal contact restrictions and exacerbated …

Although the mental health consequences of individual COVID-19 stressors (eg,
bereavement, job loss, or financial strain) have been well-documented, little is known about …

Belonging is a basic human need, with social isolation signaling a threat to biological
fitness. Sensitivity to ostracism varies across individuals and the lifespan, peaking in …

The purpose of this study was to examine well-being, loneliness, and hope among single
and partnered adults in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. A total of 560 adults in the …

The COVID-19 pandemic brought social, health-related, and financial risks to older adults,
yet their associations with depressive symptoms and posttraumatic growth (PTG) were not …

The increasing prevalence of Internet addiction (IA) has been linked with a wide range of
psychological disorders, including depression. We explored how IA was prospectively …

Physical distancing due to the COVID-19 Pandemic has limited the opportunities for family
members, friends, and significant others to show physical affection (ie, hugs, kisses …

Objective This brief report explores whether the COVID‐19 Pandemic impacted ideal family
size in the United States. Background Although COVID‐19 negatively impacted short‐term …

Abstract Background In March 2020, the novel 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) was
declared a pandemic. In May 2020, George Floyd was murdered, catalyzing a national racial …

This study examined predictors of single people's beliefs about COVID prevention
behaviors, intentions to engage in COVID prevention behaviors while dating, and actual …