- Following widespread pictures and videos showing 18-24 year olds socializing , many blamed the young for rising new COVID infections.
- However, blaming the young may be exaggerated considering many are more exposed by living in shared spaces and more likely to have high-risk public-facing jobs.
- A recent survey of thousands of young adults across 29 countries revealed that they’ve been wearing masks, washing their hands and social distancing at high rates.
- Sadly, young adults report the highest emotional distress from social distancing.
