Most Americans say religion’s influence is shrinking, and about half (48%) see conflict between their own religious beliefs and mainstream American culture.
Most teens at least sometimes feel happy and peaceful when they donโt have their phone, but 44% say this makes them anxious. Half of parents say they have looked through their teenโs phone.
Just 20% of the public views the coronavirus as a major threat to the health of the U.S. population and only 10% are very concerned about getting a serious case themselves. In addition, a relatively small share of U.S. adults (28%) say they’ve received an updated COVID-19 vaccine since last fall.
In 2021, government restrictions on religion โ laws, policies and actions by state officials that limit religious beliefs and practices โ reached a new peak globally. Harassment of religious groups and interference in worship were two of the most common forms of government restrictions worldwide that year.
A 24-country survey finds a median of 59% are dissatisfied with how their democracy is functioning, and 74% think elected officials donโt care what people like them think.
About three-quarters of Americans say they have heard a lot or a little about Ozempic, Wegovy and other similar drugs that are being used for weight loss. Among those familiar with these drugs, 53% think they are good options to lose weight for people with obesity or a weight-related health condition.