Curiosity for information predicts wellbeing mediated by loneliness during COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic confronted humans with high uncertainty and lockdowns, which severely disrupted people’s daily social and health lifestyles, enhanced loneliness, and reduced well-being. Curiosity and information-seeking are central to behavior, fostering well-being and adaptation in c...

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Main Authors: A. B. Losecaat Vermeer, A. Muth, D. Terenzi, S. Q. Park
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2022-05-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-022-11924-z