Lockdown and Beyond: Understanding behaviour in the coronavirus crisis

The Covid-19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown across the world has profound implications for individuals, businesses, and governments. Understanding how our behaviour and attitudes are changing is crucial for helping us cope with the present crisis, and plan for, adapt to, and shape, the “new normal.” The research in this report highlights some key topics and provides some initial insights. Crucially, we use the methods of behavioural research, rather than relying on people’s ability to introspect, and honestly report, their thoughts and actions.

Lockdown and Beyond: Understanding behaviour in the coronavirus crisis