Psychosocial correlates of coronavirus guideline adherence during "15 days to slow the spread"

What is it about?

The present study examined patterns and psychosocial correlates of coronavirus guideline adherence in a U.S. sample during the initial 15-day period advocated by the White House Coronavirus Task Force during March, 2020.

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Why is it important?

Greater overall adherence was associated with greater conscientiousness , openness, perceptions of social endorsement of guidelines, positive attitudes toward guidelines, greater confidence in overcoming barriers to guideline adherence, and the presence versus absence or uncertainty of a shelter-in-place order. The results of the study clarify adherence frequency, highlight characteristics associated with greater adherence, and suggest the need to strengthen the social contract between government and citizenry by clearly communicating adherence benefits, costs, and timelines.