2026 SBM Omnibus Survey
Verasight conducted a free nationally-representative survey of 2,000 adults to answer questions suggested by attendees at the 2026 Annual Meeting of the Society of Behavioral Medicine. Respondents were randomly assigned to one of two question modules. If you are planning on conducting a survey, contact us.
Key Takeaways
Module A
Physical Health Self-Rating
In general, would you say your physical health is:
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excellent | 12% | 8% | 0% |
| Very good | 33% | 29% | 9% |
| Good | 37% | 41% | 37% |
| Fair | 16% | 19% | 54% |
| Poor | 2% | 4% | 0% |
Mental Health Self-Rating
In general, would you say your mental health is:
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excellent | 25% | 13% | 0% |
| Very good | 33% | 27% | 12% |
| Good | 25% | 32% | 19% |
| Fair | 13% | 22% | 52% |
| Poor | 4% | 6% | 17% |
Time Outdoors Last Month
In the last month, how often on average have you spent time outdoors in nature?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday | 25% | 28% | 12% |
| More than twice a week, but not every day | 29% | 27% | 28% |
| Twice a week | 14% | 12% | 14% |
| Once a week | 9% | 9% | 0% |
| 2-3 times | 9% | 10% | 22% |
| Less often | 11% | 12% | 9% |
| Never | 2% | 3% | 15% |
Time Outdoors Last Week
In the last week, how much total time did you spend outdoors in nature?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 30 minutes | 8% | 11% | 0% |
| 30 minutes to less than an hour | 13% | 17% | 12% |
| 1 to less than 2 hours | 22% | 25% | 18% |
| 2 to 3 hours | 21% | 18% | 14% |
| 4 to 6 hours | 15% | 14% | 9% |
| 7 to 10 hours | 14% | 9% | 23% |
| None | 6% | 6% | 24% |
Feeling Good In Nature
How well does the following statement describe you:
"I feel good when I spend time in nature."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Does not describe me well | 6% | 7% | 7% |
| Sort of describes me | 41% | 33% | 34% |
| Describes me very well | 54% | 60% | 58% |
Nature Access As American Identity
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"Having access to natural open spaces is part of being an American."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly agree | 41% | 39% | 52% |
| Agree | 40% | 34% | 22% |
| Neither agree or disagree | 16% | 23% | 9% |
| Disagree | 2% | 2% | 0% |
| Strongly disagree | 1% | 2% | 18% |
Following Nature Prescription
If a health professional recommended spending time in nature, would you follow through with spending time outside?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Definitely | 51% | 52% | 34% |
| Probably | 34% | 28% | 21% |
| Maybe | 11% | 16% | 45% |
| No | 2% | 2% | 0% |
| I don't know | 2% | 2% | 0% |
Park Within 10-Minute Walk
Is there a park or public green space within a 10-minute walk from your home?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | 77% | 71% | 91% |
| No | 20% | 26% | 9% |
| I don't know | 3% | 3% | 0% |
Reasons For Spending Time In Nature
What are your main reasons for spending time in nature? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mental well-being | 69% | 76% | 71% |
| Physical health | 66% | 60% | 55% |
| Recreation | 57% | 43% | 29% |
| For my pets | 23% | 31% | 12% |
| To attend events | 17% | 19% | 23% |
| Social connection | 19% | 17% | 23% |
| Family obligations | 10% | 13% | 12% |
| None of the above / I do not spend time in nature | 3% | 5% | 16% |
Greatest Influence On Health
Which of the following do you believe has the greatest impact on your overall health and well-being?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal health behaviors (e.g. diet, exercise, sleep, substance use, stress management) | 58% | 52% | 30% |
| Financial stability | 14% | 12% | 26% |
| Access to healthcare | 11% | 10% | 14% |
| Social relationships and support | 8% | 13% | 10% |
| Physical environment (e.g., housing, neighborhood safety, etc.) | 5% | 7% | 20% |
| Work or job conditions | 3% | 3% | 0% |
| Other | 1% | 4% | 0% |
Regular Physical Activity
The following question is about regular physical activity:
Regular physical activity: Must be at least 150 minutes a week. Should be enough to make your heart beat faster and/or make you breathe harder. Like walking briskly, biking, swimming, soccer, and aerobics classes.
Do you do engage in regular physical activity as described above?
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| No, and I do not intend to start regular physical activity in the next 6 months. | 9% | 11% | 34% |
| No, but I intend to start regular physical activity in the next 6 months. | 11% | 15% | 12% |
| No, but I intend to start regular physical activity in the next 30 days. | 12% | 21% | 8% |
| Yes, I have been, but for less than 6 months. | 19% | 16% | 28% |
| Yes, I have been for more than 6 months. | 50% | 38% | 18% |
Days Physically Active Past Week
During the past 7 days, on how many days were you physically active for at least 60 minutes per day?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 Days | 12% | 21% | 38% |
| 1 Day | 6% | 8% | 0% |
| 2 Days | 14% | 13% | 43% |
| 3 Days | 18% | 15% | 0% |
| 4 Days | 13% | 11% | 9% |
| 5 Days | 13% | 12% | 10% |
| 6 Days | 9% | 4% | 0% |
| 7 Days | 15% | 14% | 0% |
Doctor-Recommended Strength Training
To lower your risk for certain diseases, during the last 12 months have you ever been told by a doctor or health professional to increase your muscle-strengthening exercise (e.g., resistance training, body weight exercise)?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | 26% | 21% | 27% |
| No | 69% | 73% | 73% |
| I don't know | 5% | 6% | 0% |
Healthy Eating Self-Rating
How would you rate your healthy eating behaviors on a scale of 1 - 5, with 1 being poor and 5 being great?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1- Poor | 4% | 5% | 16% |
| 2 | 12% | 13% | 43% |
| 3 | 43% | 48% | 14% |
| 4 | 33% | 28% | 27% |
| 5- Great | 8% | 7% | 0% |
Importance Of Support For Eating Changes
On a scale from 1 to 5, please rate the following statement:
When trying to change how I eat, support from others plays an important role.
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1- Strongly disagree | 7% | 8% | 0% |
| 2- Disagree | 13% | 10% | 0% |
| 3- Neither agree nor disagree | 29% | 32% | 34% |
| 4- Agree | 41% | 35% | 41% |
| 5- Strongly agree | 10% | 15% | 25% |
Food Noise Frequency
“Food Noise” is a term popularized in media and social media to describe things like “constantly thinking about food, even when not hungry,” or feeling like one’s life “revolves around food.”
How often do you experience “Food Noise”?
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Never | 20% | 14% | 22% |
| Rarely | 34% | 31% | 23% |
| Sometimes | 33% | 33% | 25% |
| Often | 10% | 13% | 21% |
| Always | 2% | 10% | 9% |
Health Behaviors Attempted Past Year
At any time in the past 12 months, have you intentionally tried to: (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lose weight | 52% | 56% | 63% |
| Maintain your weight | 29% | 30% | 25% |
| Not pay attention to your weight | 21% | 20% | 53% |
| Gain weight | 8% | 6% | 18% |
Genetics And Body Weight
Thinking about all of the things that influence a person's body weight - to what extent does a person's genetic makeup influence their weight?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not at all | 2% | 3% | 0% |
| Slightly | 11% | 10% | 27% |
| Moderately | 42% | 37% | 25% |
| A lot | 30% | 28% | 9% |
| Extremely | 9% | 14% | 27% |
| I'm not sure | 5% | 7% | 12% |
Nightmare Frequency
How often do you have nightmares (disturbing dreams that wake you up)?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 nights per week | 51% | 44% | 45% |
| Less than one night per week | 33% | 39% | 9% |
| 1-3 nights per week | 12% | 15% | 30% |
| 4-6 nights per week | 3% | 2% | 17% |
| 7 nights per week | 1% | 0% | 0% |
Disrupted Sleep And Cognition
In the days following a night of disrupted sleep, have you noticed a pattern where managing your blood sugar feels more difficult, and does that seem to overlap with moments where you feel more forgetful or less sharp?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes, definitely. | 8% | 10% | 10% |
| Yes, sometimes. | 24% | 30% | 39% |
| No, not really. | 69% | 60% | 51% |
GLP-1 Medication Use
Have you been taking a GLP-1 medication (e.g., Ozempic, Mounjaro, Wegovy)?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes, in the past week | 10% | 7% | 0% |
| Yes, in the past month | 3% | 4% | 0% |
| Yes, in the past 12 months, but more than a month ago | 6% | 6% | 0% |
| No, not in the past 12 months | 81% | 84% | 100% |
Sleep Satisfaction
On average over the past month, how often are you satisfied with your sleep?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Never | 4% | 6% | 9% |
| Rarely | 14% | 21% | 27% |
| Sometimes | 40% | 41% | 46% |
| Often | 33% | 26% | 0% |
| Always | 8% | 5% | 18% |
Food Insecurity Experiences
Have you ever worried that your food would run out, or did the food you bought just not last and you didn't have money money to get more? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| No, never | 69% | 56% | 28% |
| Yes, in the past year | 12% | 12% | 37% |
| Yes, in the past month | 6% | 13% | 18% |
| Yes, before the past year | 8% | 9% | 17% |
| Yes, in the past week | 6% | 11% | 0% |
| Prefer not to respond | 2% | 2% | 0% |
Past-Month Experiences
Select all that you have experienced in the past month. (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eating less to change your weight/shape | 29% | 34% | 18% |
| Loss of control over what or how much you eat | 11% | 16% | 27% |
| Vomiting to change your weight/shape | 2% | 3% | 0% |
| Using diuretics/laxatives to change your weight/shape | 3% | 3% | 0% |
| I have not experienced any of these in the past month | 62% | 56% | 73% |
Synthetic vs Natural Drug Preference
Imagine you have a medical condition and need to take a drug to treat it. You can choose between two options:
Option 1 is a SYNTHETIC drug made from ingredients NOT FOUND in nature. Studies have shown it to be effective in 85% of users and to have mild side effects on rare occasions and serious side effects in 0.5% of users.
Option 2 is a NATURAL drug made from ingredients FOUND in nature. Studies have shown it to be effective in 85% of users and to have mild side effects on rare occasions and serious side effects in 1.0% of users.
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| I strongly prefer the synthetic drug (option 1) | 7% | 6% | 32% |
| I slightly prefer the synthetic drug (option 1) | 12% | 8% | 16% |
| I have no preference between the synthetic and natural drugs | 25% | 24% | 18% |
| I slightly prefer the natural drug (option 2) | 25% | 20% | 0% |
| I strongly prefer the natural drug (option 2) | 31% | 42% | 34% |
Primary Care Mental Health Resources
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"I would like for my primary care office to have more resources to support both physical and mental health needs."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly agree | 18% | 33% | 32% |
| Agree | 35% | 34% | 34% |
| Neutral | 40% | 29% | 9% |
| Disagree | 6% | 3% | 7% |
| Strongly disagree | 2% | 1% | 18% |
Health Coach Awareness
How well do you understand what a health coach does?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not at all | 17% | 16% | 8% |
| Slightly | 27% | 26% | 75% |
| Somewhat | 33% | 31% | 0% |
| Mostly | 16% | 19% | 18% |
| Completely | 7% | 8% | 0% |
Belief In Hidden Plots
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"I believe that many important events are produced by hidden and secretive plots."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly disagree | 10% | 12% | 27% |
| Disagree | 18% | 16% | 30% |
| Somewhat disagree | 11% | 8% | 27% |
| Neither agree nor disagree | 33% | 34% | 0% |
| Somewhat agree | 19% | 17% | 0% |
| Agree | 6% | 8% | 9% |
| Strongly agree | 4% | 5% | 7% |
Trust In Science
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"I trust science and scientists."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly disagree | 3% | 4% | 12% |
| Disagree | 3% | 2% | 0% |
| Somewhat disagree | 8% | 5% | 0% |
| Neither agree nor disagree | 16% | 22% | 18% |
| Somewhat agree | 27% | 26% | 0% |
| Agree | 25% | 24% | 9% |
| Strongly agree | 18% | 17% | 61% |
Stress Biomarker Sample Willingness
If you were asked to provide a saliva or blood sample to assess your stress level for research, how likely would you be to agree?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not at all likely | 14% | 16% | 38% |
| Somewhat likely | 43% | 43% | 40% |
| Very likely | 43% | 42% | 22% |
International Travel Past Year
Where have you traveled internationally in the past 12 months? (Select all of the above)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| North America | 32% | 19% | 49% |
| Europe | 10% | 6% | 19% |
| Central/South America | 6% | 4% | 10% |
| Asia | 5% | 2% | 0% |
| Africa | 2% | 0% | 0% |
| Australia | 1% | 1% | 0% |
| None of the above | 58% | 74% | 51% |
Module B
Importance Of Multi-Cancer Detection Tests
How important is it for the healthcare system to offer noninvasive multi-cancer early detection tests (e.g., Galleri, Cologuard)?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not at all important | 3% | 2% | 0% |
| Somewhat important | 27% | 18% | 20% |
| Very important | 70% | 79% | 80% |
Likelihood Of Multi-Cancer Test
How likely are you to complete a noninvasive multi-cancer early detection test (e.g., Galleri, Cologuard)?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Very unlikely | 8% | 6% | 0% |
| Somewhat unlikely | 5% | 8% | 20% |
| Neutral | 21% | 18% | 45% |
| Somewhat likely | 31% | 25% | 19% |
| Very likely | 35% | 43% | 16% |
Trust In Multi-Cancer Test Results
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"I would trust the results of noninvasive multi-cancer early detection tests (e.g., Galleri, Cologuard) as much as a traditional cancer screening at my doctor's office."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly disagree | 2% | 2% | 0% |
| Somewhat disagree | 10% | 9% | 19% |
| Neutral | 27% | 26% | 16% |
| Somewhat agree | 42% | 39% | 65% |
| Strongly agree | 19% | 23% | 0% |
Action On Multi-Cancer Test Results
How likely are you to take action based on the results of a noninvasive multi-cancer early detection tests (e.g., Galleri, Cologuard)?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Very unlikely | 1% | 2% | 0% |
| Somewhat unlikely | 3% | 3% | 0% |
| Neutral | 15% | 14% | 0% |
| Somewhat likely | 30% | 28% | 42% |
| Very likely | 51% | 53% | 58% |
Cancer Care Financial Concern
If you or someone in your household needed cancer care, how concerned would you be about the financial impact on your household?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not at all concerned | 4% | 3% | 0% |
| Slightly concerned | 8% | 5% | 22% |
| Moderately concerned | 19% | 13% | 0% |
| Very concerned | 25% | 26% | 59% |
| Extremely concerned | 43% | 51% | 19% |
| Other | 1% | 2% | 0% |
Breast Cancer Surgery History
Have you ever had any of the following surgeries for breast cancer? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lumpectomy | 0% | 5% | 0% |
| Mastectomy and reconstruction with implants | 0% | 3% | 0% |
| Mastectomy and reconstruction with my own tissue (e.g., DIEP flap) | 0% | 2% | 0% |
| Mastectomy with no reconstruction (e.g., flat closure) | 0% | 2% | 0% |
| Mastectomy with goldilocks reconstruction | 0% | 1% | 0% |
| I have not had surgery for breast cancer | 100% | 90% | 100% |
CGM Data Sharing Willingness
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are small wearable devices that track blood sugar levels in real time and send data to a smartphone or other device. They are available for people with diabetes as well as for general health and wellness. If you were using one, who (if anyone) would you be willing to share your CGM data with? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| A doctor or healthcare provider | 78% | 74% | 100% |
| A family member or close friend | 47% | 46% | 81% |
| A health or wellness coach | 22% | 23% | 36% |
| My health insurance company | 20% | 19% | 22% |
| An AI-powered health or nutrition app or program | 18% | 17% | 0% |
| I would not use a CGM | 13% | 10% | 0% |
| No one - I would keep this data entirely private | 4% | 8% | 0% |
Tasks Trusted Only To Humans
For which of these tasks would you only trust a human healthcare provider versus an AI agent? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adjusting your medicines | 59% | 66% | 100% |
| Addressing your concerns about your medicines | 56% | 58% | 84% |
| Emotional support | 54% | 55% | 100% |
| Telling you whether your medicine is necessary | 51% | 55% | 62% |
| Interpreting your lab data, medication or health record information | 52% | 50% | 84% |
| Providing dietary advice | 32% | 31% | 62% |
| Other | 5% | 4% | 20% |
| None of the above | 14% | 13% | 0% |
Health Uses Of AI Tools
In the past 3 months, what have you used AI-based tools (e.g., ChatGPT) for related to your health? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Understanding a health condition, symptom, or diagnosis | 26% | 28% | 16% |
| Learning about medications or treatments | 18% | 22% | 16% |
| Diet, nutrition, or meal planning | 15% | 16% | 16% |
| Physical activity or lifestyle improvement | 12% | 13% | 16% |
| Preparing for or following up on a medical visit | 9% | 14% | 0% |
| Mental health or emotional support | 9% | 12% | 0% |
| Other | 3% | 4% | 19% |
| None of the above | 58% | 53% | 65% |
Most Critical Digital Health Function
Which of the following digital health functions do you believe is most critical for effectively managing your chronic conditions?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational resource library | 9% | 11% | 0% |
| Emotional support | 7% | 12% | 0% |
| Automated medication management | 8% | 7% | 43% |
| Remote vital sign monitoring | 8% | 9% | 0% |
| Personalized lifestyle coaching | 7% | 8% | 16% |
| Peer support network | 3% | 4% | 0% |
| Other | 8% | 7% | 19% |
| I do not have any chronic conditions | 49% | 42% | 22% |
Diabetes Information Sources
Which of the following resources do you use to learn about diabetes and diabetes management? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare providers (e.g., physician, nurse, pharmacist) | 46% | 42% | 20% |
| A peer/someone else living with diabetes | 18% | 18% | 42% |
| Family Member | 17% | 19% | 0% |
| Social Media | 14% | 10% | 20% |
| AI (e.g., chatgpt) | 10% | 10% | 0% |
| The community (e.g., faith-based programs) | 4% | 5% | 0% |
| None of the above / I don't learn about diabetes/diabetes management | 40% | 41% | 58% |
Mental Health Disclosure To AI
Have you ever disclosed your mental health concerns to any AI tools, such as ChatGPT?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | 13% | 18% | 20% |
| No | 87% | 82% | 80% |
LLM Consciousness Belief
Do you believe large language models (i.e., ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini) have any level of consciousness or sentience?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not currently, but it may be possible in the future. | 34% | 24% | 22% |
| No, and I don't believe it will ever be possible. | 34% | 37% | 78% |
| Yes, I believe they currently have some level of consciousness or sentience. | 15% | 16% | 0% |
| I don't know. | 16% | 22% | 0% |
| Prefer not to answer | 2% | 2% | 0% |
Mental Health Tools With Chronic Illness
Which of the following tools have you used to manage your mental health while living with chronic illness or caring for someone with a chronic illness? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Self-care or lifestyle strategies (e.x. sleep, diet, exercise) | 26% | 34% | 42% |
| Support from family or friends | 19% | 27% | 42% |
| Therapy with a mental health professional in-person or online | 18% | 24% | 23% |
| Mental health tools (e.x. meditation, journaling, affirmations | 13% | 24% | 42% |
| Digital apps, websites, programs | 12% | 15% | 0% |
| Other | 1% | 2% | 0% |
| None of the above | 15% | 14% | 0% |
| I do not have a chronic illness / I do not care for someone with a chronic illness | 40% | 32% | 58% |
First Provider For Mental Health
Who is the first healthcare professional that you will go to for concerns regarding mental health?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Care Provider | 47% | 47% | 22% |
| Therapist | 34% | 37% | 78% |
| Social Worker | 2% | 2% | 0% |
| Other | 3% | 4% | 0% |
| None of the above | 14% | 9% | 0% |
Higher Expectations Of Self
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"People like me are expected to handle much more than others."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly disagree | 2% | 4% | 38% |
| Disagree | 9% | 8% | 0% |
| Slightly disagree | 6% | 8% | 0% |
| Slightly agree | 25% | 24% | 23% |
| Agree | 24% | 25% | 39% |
| Strongly agree | 22% | 22% | 0% |
| None of the above | 12% | 7% | 0% |
Daily Stress Level
Thinking about the amount of stress in your life, would you say that most days are…
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not at all stressful | 12% | 6% | 0% |
| Not very stressful | 26% | 17% | 42% |
| A bit stressful | 39% | 41% | 39% |
| Quite a bit stressful | 15% | 25% | 19% |
| Extremely stressful | 8% | 11% | 0% |
Social Comparison Patterns
When comparing yourself to others, which of the following happens for you most often?
Some of the response options seem similar, but that is on purpose. Please read carefully.
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| I compare myself to people doing better than me, and I feel inspired, happy, or confident afterward. | 40% | 32% | 0% |
| I compare myself to people doing better than me, and I feel disappointed, anxious, or frustrated afterward. | 26% | 40% | 59% |
| I compare myself to people doing worse than me, and I feel relieved, satisfied, or confident afterward. | 27% | 18% | 41% |
| I compare myself to people doing worse than me, and I feel discouraged, anxious, or frustrated afterward. | 6% | 10% | 0% |
Harmful Content On Short Video
How frequently do you come across unwanted or emotionally harmful material when you are scrolling on short-form video platforms (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, etc.)?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Always / Every time I scroll | 5% | 7% | 0% |
| Frequently / Most times I scroll | 15% | 13% | 22% |
| Sometimes / Occasionally when I scroll | 30% | 34% | 39% |
| Rarely / Infrequently when I scroll | 26% | 24% | 39% |
| Never | 12% | 13% | 0% |
| I don't use short-form video platforms | 12% | 10% | 0% |
Cannabis Product Use
Which of the following cannabis/marijuana products have you used in the past 30 days? (Select all that apply)
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edibles | 12% | 15% | 16% |
| Joints (using rolling papers) | 11% | 10% | 78% |
| Vaporizer (e.g., Volcano, Vape pen) | 10% | 10% | 23% |
| Blunts (cigar or little cigar sized, with or without tobacco) | 7% | 7% | 0% |
| Pipe (hand pipe) or Bong (water pipe) | 7% | 7% | 0% |
| Concentrates (e.g., Oil, Wax, Shatter, Butane Hash Oil, Dabs, Tinctures) | 4% | 4% | 0% |
| Other (e.g., Hookah, Delta-8) | 1% | 1% | 0% |
| I have not used cannabis/marijuana in the last 30 days | 73% | 73% | 22% |
Alcohol's Influence On Intimacy
How much do you think alcohol influence your sexual experiences, emotions, and feelings of intimacy with your partner?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Not at all | 40% | 34% | 0% |
| A little influence | 16% | 15% | 19% |
| Moderate influence | 17% | 11% | 16% |
| High influence | 10% | 12% | 0% |
| Prefer not to respond | 3% | 5% | 0% |
| I do not have a partner | 14% | 23% | 65% |
Psychedelic Use Consideration
Are you considering taking a psychedelic in the upcoming year? Psychedelics are compounds like psilocybin (magic mushrooms), MDMA (molly, ecstasy), LSD (acid), but do NOT include cannabis.
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | 10% | 5% | 16% |
| No | 70% | 77% | 45% |
| I'm curious, but not sure | 12% | 9% | 39% |
| I don't know or have not thought about it | 8% | 9% | 0% |
Psychedelic Legalization Support
Do you believe psychedelics should be legal for recreational or non-medical purposes?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | 37% | 24% | 55% |
| No (medical purposes only) | 44% | 45% | 45% |
| No (not legal in any case) | 18% | 30% | 0% |
Psychoanalysis As Pseudoscience
Do you think psychoanalysis is psuedo-science?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | 11% | 12% | 19% |
| No | 34% | 30% | 39% |
| Don't know enough about it | 54% | 58% | 42% |
Anti-Vaping Messaging Helpfulness
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"I find the existing anti-vaping messaging and resources encouraging and helpful."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly agree | 9% | 12% | 0% |
| Agree | 27% | 24% | 35% |
| Neutral | 44% | 45% | 45% |
| Disagree | 10% | 12% | 20% |
| Strongly disagree | 9% | 7% | 0% |
Oral Nicotine Product Harm
Please rate how harmful you believe oral nicotine products (e.g., nicotine pouches such as ZYN, on!, VELO, etc.) are for the average adult.
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Extremely harmful | 26% | 35% | 22% |
| Very harmful | 24% | 23% | 19% |
| Moderately harmful | 23% | 17% | 59% |
| A little harmful | 14% | 8% | 0% |
| Not at all harmful | 4% | 2% | 0% |
| Unsure / I have not heard of these products | 9% | 14% | 0% |
Substance Use Personal Impact
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"Substance use has affected me, my family and friends, and/or my community."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strongly agree | 18% | 27% | 58% |
| Agree | 34% | 34% | 20% |
| Disagree | 18% | 12% | 0% |
| Strongly disagree | 13% | 10% | 0% |
| None of the above | 17% | 17% | 22% |
State vs Federal Lawmaker Impact
Compared to federal lawmakers, how much impact do you think state lawmakers have on public health outcomes?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal lawmakers have much more impact | 11% | 11% | 0% |
| Federal lawmakers have somewhat more impact | 26% | 20% | 0% |
| About equal impact | 44% | 49% | 22% |
| State lawmakers have somewhat more impact | 13% | 15% | 78% |
| State lawmakers have much more impact | 6% | 5% | 0% |
Embarrassment About Food
To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statement:
"In the last 12 months, (I/we) felt embarrassed by the food (I/we) eat."
Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Never | 54% | 43% | 45% |
| Rarely | 23% | 21% | 19% |
| Sometimes | 15% | 21% | 36% |
| Often | 4% | 8% | 0% |
| Always | 1% | 4% | 0% |
| Don't know | 3% | 2% | 0% |
Mobile Health App Interest
On a scale from 1 to 5, how interested would you be in using a mobile health app to improve your food choices?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1- Not at all interested | 27% | 21% | 45% |
| 2- Slightly interested | 23% | 23% | 55% |
| 3- Somewhat interested | 26% | 27% | 0% |
| 4- Moderately interested | 17% | 15% | 0% |
| 5- Extremely interested | 8% | 14% | 0% |
Acceptable Food Tracking Frequency
How many times per day would it be acceptable to track your food and drink through images?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zero, not acceptable at all | 35% | 28% | 41% |
| Once per day | 17% | 14% | 39% |
| 2 to 3 times a day | 27% | 35% | 20% |
| 4 to 5 times a day | 5% | 5% | 0% |
| Every time I eat or drink | 15% | 17% | 0% |
Max Pay For AI Nutrition Chatbot
What is the maximum you would pay monthly for an artificial intelligence (AI) nutrition chatbot developed by researchers?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| $0 / I would not pay for this | 76% | 75% | 100% |
| Up to $5 | 10% | 10% | 0% |
| $5 to $10 | 7% | 9% | 0% |
| $10 to $20 | 6% | 3% | 0% |
| $20 to $30 | 1% | 2% | 0% |
| More than $30 | 0% | 1% | 0% |
Bar Trivia Topic Preference
If attending a bar trivia event, roughly what proportion of the questions would you like to be academically focused (i.e., science, history, literature) as opposed to pop culture focused (i.e., movies, music)?
(N = 1,000)Demographic Crosstabs
| Response | Male | Female | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 20% | 7% | 13% | 0% |
| Between 20 and 40% | 17% | 18% | 23% |
| Between 40 and 60% | 28% | 29% | 41% |
| Between 60 and 80% | 19% | 11% | 20% |
| Greater than 80% | 10% | 6% | 0% |
| Other (I am not interested in trivia events) | 18% | 23% | 16% |
Survey Details
Verasight collected data for this project from May 1 - May 4, 2026. The sample consists of 2,000 United States adults. All questions were submitted by attendees of the 2026 Annual Meeting of the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM). Respondents were randomly assigned to one of two modules (N = 1,000 per module), each containing an approximately equal subset of the survey questions.
The sampling criteria for this survey were:
- US adult (age 18+)
The selection criteria for the final sample were:
- Passed all data quality assurance checks, outlined below
The data in each module are weighted to match the March 2026 Current Population Survey on age, race/ethnicity, sex, income, education, region, and metropolitan status, as well as to a running three-year average of partisanship distributions from the Pew Research Center NPORS benchmarking surveys, and population benchmarks of 2024 presidential vote. The margin of sampling error, which accounts for the design effect and is calculated using the classical random sampling formula, is +/- 3.2% for Module A, and +/- 3.3% for Module B.
All respondents were recruited via email from the Verasight Community, which is composed of individuals recruited via random address-based sampling, random person-to-person text messaging, and dynamic online targeting. All Verasight community members are verified via multi-step authentication, including providing an SMS response from a mobile phone registered with a major U.S. carrier (e.g., no VOIP or internet phones) as well as within-survey technology, including verifying the absence of non-human responses with technologies such as Google reCAPTCHA v3. Those who exhibit low-quality response behaviors over time, such as straight-lining or speeding, are also removed and prohibited from further participation in the community. Verasight Community members receive points for taking surveys that can be redeemed for Venmo or PayPal payments, gift cards, or charitable donations. Respondents are never routed from one survey to another and receive compensation for every invited survey, so there is never an incentive to respond strategically to survey qualification screener questions.
To further ensure data quality, the Verasight data team implements a number of post-data collection quality assurance procedures, including confirming that all responses correspond with U.S. IP addresses, confirming no duplicate respondents, verifying the absence of non-human responses, and removing any respondents who failed in-survey attention and/or straight-lining checks. Respondents that completed the survey in less than 30% of the median completion time were removed.
Unmeasured error in this or any other survey may exist. Verasight is a member of the American Association for Public Opinion Research Transparency Initiative.