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People underestimate the probability of contracting the coronavirus from friends

Medicine and Health

People underestimate the probability of contracting the coronavirus from friends

T. Schlager and A. V. Whillans

This research conducted by Tobias Schlager and Ashley V. Whillans explores a critical social perception that may increase the risk of spreading the novel coronavirus. The studies reveal that individuals tend to underestimate the danger posed by their close friends compared to strangers, impacting their physical distancing intentions. Discover how awareness can shift these perceptions and enhance public safety.

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