A quarter of U.S. adults give the nation’s physical health a failing grade, according to a new survey. A survey of 2,000 health and wellness consumers explored perspectives on the country’s overall health, finding that a similar percentage graded mental health nationwide just as poorly (25%). Nine in 10 respondents revealed that they’re just as … Read more
Nine in 10 dog owners claim their dog’s health is “just as” or “even more” important than their own. A new poll of 1,900 U.S. dog owners found 52% claimed their dog’s health is just as important as their own health, while another 41% said their dog’s health is even more important than their own. … Read more
Parents spend approximately 96 hours fighting with their kids over screen time every year. This staggering statistic means hundreds of fights between parents and children are induced by modern technology. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 parents of children in kindergarten through fifth grade, which aimed to investigate how screens can impact child-parent … Read more
Half of Gen Z Americans consider themselves mom and dad — to their pet, according to new research. Older generations don’t. From a companion to their literal child, different generations approach pet parenthood in different ways. A survey of 2,000 employed cat and dog owners split evenly by generation found that while their methods vary, … Read more
Don’t tell their mothers. Less than half of young Americans think having kids is important, a shocking new survey found. Out of the more than 2,000 18-to-29-year-olds surveyed for this year’s Harvard Youth Poll, only 48% said procreating is crucial – and even fewer, 46%, believed children were within reach. Having kids was ranked the … Read more
Nine in 10 moms said being a mother is both the hardest and the most rewarding thing they’ve ever done, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 moms with a child between the ages of 1–6 found 93% of respondents agreed with this sentiment, recognizing the joy and the challenges that come with being … Read more
One in three parents doesn’t think they’ll have a single anxiety-free day this summer. According to a new poll of 2,000 U.S. millennial parents of school-aged children, many find the end of the school year makes them feel exhausted (29%), anxious (28%), and overwhelmed (21%). Those who feel stressed by the final weeks of the … Read more
A third of Americans say their mom doesn’t get enough self-care, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults found that of those who are in contact with their mom, 33% worry that they don’t spend enough time on themselves. Seven in 10 respondents worry that moms have too much on their plates these … Read more
Nearly half of dog owners say their pet has a “meal ritual” — and some of them are extreme. That’s according to a survey of 2,000 dog owners, which found 44% said their pet performs a precise routine or behavior at mealtime. From whining or barking (21%) and jumping up and down (21%) to doing … Read more
Construction workers, firefighters, military personnel and doctors — these are the “toughest jobs in America,” according to a new survey. The poll included 2,000 Americans (1,000 of whom are trade workers), asking respondents what they believe the “toughest” jobs are and what comes to mind when they think of “tough jobs.” Police officers ranked No. 5, … Read more
Are “responsible tax refunds” on the rise? A new survey shows taxpayers are more likely to spend their refunds on rent, groceries and other necessities, rather than luxuries. The poll of 2,000 US taxpayers found nearly two in three (64%) have either already spent their tax refund money or are planning to soon. And all … Read more
Nights in are having a moment — Americans are twice as likely to favor hosting guests at home rather than going out. That’s according to a new survey of 2,000 Americans, which found, of those who have a preference, 72% prefer staying in with friends, whenever possible, while just 28% prefer a night out. 49% … Read more
A new study has found that one in four Americans will “try anything” to get out of helping others move home. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found 22% have wriggled out of helping others when asked, and 35% have faced the same from others when asking for help during their own moves. More than … Read more
Loyalty runs deep: More than half of Americans would suffer through going to the DMV (53%) for the sake of their loved ones, according to new research. To understand how far people are willing to go to help others, a recent survey of 2,000 U.S. adults explored the concept of loyalty in terms of friends, … Read more
Gen Z and Millennials are the most likely age groups to be hit by trains because they are distracted by their phones, experts have warned. Network Rail have released a shocking CCTV montage showing people risking their lives on the train tracks. In one chilling clip a teenage boy is seen standing on the lines … Read more
Over seven in 10 young Americans are currently looking for a job change, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 employed Americans revealed that 73% of Gen Z respondents would like to switch jobs or careers, along with 70% of millennials surveyed. That’s compared to 51% of Gen X respondents and just 33% of … Read more
Gen Z is driving distracted — but perhaps not in the way Americans would expect, according to new research. The survey of 2,000 American drivers, split evenly with 500 per generation, revealed that despite younger generations and cell phones being ubiquitous, Gen Z is using tech in smarter ways while driving. But that doesn’t mean … Read more
From working too many hours to being let down by a vendor and underestimating costs, a new survey reveals the biggest hurdles business owners faced when first starting out. A survey of 1,000 small business owners (SBOs) and freelancers pinpointed the things they wish they’d known from the start. Results showed financial missteps as one … Read more
Married Americans are 65% more romantic on vacation, according to new research. A survey examining the romantic rituals of 2,000 married Americans found that 82% believe going on a romantic vacation with their partner can re-ignite the spark.’ And another 56% claimed a trip with their significant other rekindled their relationship. “Vacation provides the perfect … Read more
The average parent experiences nearly 50 milestones with their children within the first year, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 parents of babies (9 months to 24 months) found that while many of these were expected, 78% agreed that important developmental and emotional milestones can come completely out of the blue. The survey … Read more