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| Question | Source | Years | Waves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covered by other health insurance Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? Mark Yes or No for each. - Other | Household Pulse | 2020–2024 | 72 |
| Covered by TRICARE or other military health care Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? Mark Yes or No for each. - TRICARE or other military health care | Household Pulse | 2020–2024 | 72 |
| Covered by Medicare Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? Mark Yes or No for each. - Medicare, for people 65 and older, or people with certain disabilities | Household Pulse | 2020–2024 | 72 |
| Covered by directly purchased or marketplace insurance Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? Mark Yes or No for each. - Insurance purchased directly from an insurance company, including marketplace coverage (through yourself or another family member) | Household Pulse | 2020–2024 | 72 |
| Covered by employer or union health insurance Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? Mark Yes or No for each. - Insurance through a current or former employer or union (through yourself or another family member) | Household Pulse |
| 2020–2024 |
| 72 |
| Covered by or enrolled in VA health care Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? Mark Yes or No for each. - VA (including those who have ever used or enrolled for VA health care) | Household Pulse | 2020–2024 | 72 |
| Covered by Medicaid or other low-income assistance plan Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? Mark Yes or No for each. - Medicaid, Medical Assistance, or any kind of government-assistance plan for those with low incomes or a disability | Household Pulse | 2020–2024 | 72 |
| Covered by Indian Health Service Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? Mark Yes or No for each. - Indian Health Service | Household Pulse | 2020–2024 | 72 |
| Received a COVID-19 vaccine Have you received a COVID-19 vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2021–2024 | 51 |
| Not enough to eat due to safety concerns or no delivery Why did you not have enough to eat (or not what you wanted to eat)? Choose all that apply. - Afraid to go or didn't want to go out to buy food | Household Pulse | 2021–2024 | 45 |
| Frequency of feeling depressed in the past 2 weeks Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by feeling down, depressed, or hopeless? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2021–2024 | 39 |
| Frequency of anxiety over the past 2 weeks Next, we will ask about health and medical care. Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2021–2024 | 39 |
| Frequency of uncontrollable worry in last 2 weeks Over the last 2 weeks, how often have you been bothered by the not being able to stop or control worrying? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2021–2024 | 39 |
| Received counseling or therapy in the last 4 weeks At any time in the last 4 weeks, did you receive counseling or therapy from a mental health professional such as a psychiatrist, psychologist, psychiatric nurse, or clinical social worker? Include couseling or therapy online or by phone. Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2022 | 33 |
| Needed mental health counseling but did not get it At any time in the last 4 weeks, did you need counseling or therapy from a mental health professional, but DID NOT GET IT for any reason? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2022 | 33 |
| Took prescription medication for mental health At any time in the last 4 weeks, did you take prescription medication to help you with any emotions or with your concentration, behavior or mental health? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2022 | 33 |
| Delayed medical care because of the pandemic At any time in the last 4 weeks, did you DELAY getting medical care because of the coronavirus pandemic? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 33 |
| Frequency of uncontrollable worry in last 7 days Over the last 7 days, how often have you been bothered by the following problems ... Not being able to stop or control worrying? Would you say not at all, several days, more than half the days, or nearly every day? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 33 |
| Frequency of anxiety over the past 7 days Over the last 7 days, how often have you been bothered by the following problems ... Feeling nervous, anxious, or on edge? Would you say not at all, several days, more than half the days, or nearly every day? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 33 |
| Delayed medical care unrelated to pandemic At any time in the last 4 weeks, did you need medical care for something other than coronavirus, but DID NOT GET IT because of the coronavirus pandemic? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 33 |
| Frequency of feeling depressed in the past 7 days Over the last 7 days, how often have you been bothered by ... feeling down, depressed, or hopeless? Would you say not at all, several days, more than half the days, or nearly every day? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 33 |
| Tested positive or told by provider of having COVID-19 Have you ever tested (using a rapid point-of-care test, self-test, or laboratory test) positive for COVID-19 or been told by a doctor or other health care provider that you have or had COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2022–2024 | 27 |
| Not enough to eat because afraid to go out for food Why did you not have enough to eat (or not what you wanted to eat)? Choose all that apply. - Afraid to go or didn't want to go out to buy food | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 27 |
| Government help paying for medical care A. Where would you place yourself on this scale, or haven't you made up your mind on this? | GSS | 1975–2024 | 26 |
| Told by provider of having COVID-19 Has a doctor or other health care provider ever told you that you have COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 24 |
| Feeling isolated, anxious, or down after natural disaster In the first month after the natural disaster, to what extent did you experience any of the following: Feeling isolated, down, depressed, anxious, nervous or on edge? | Household Pulse | 2022–2024 | 21 |
| Symptoms lasting 3 months or longer after COVID-19 Did you have any symptoms lasting 3 months or longer that you did not have prior to having coronavirus or COVID-19? Long term symptoms may include: tiredness or fatigue, difficulty thinking, or concentrating, forgetfulness, or memory problems (sometimes referred to as "brain fog"), difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, joint or muscle pain, fast-beating or pounding heart (also known as heart palpitations), chest pain, dizziness on standing, changes to your menstrual cycle, changes to taste/smell, or inability to exercise. | Household Pulse | 2022–2024 | 21 |
| Children's telehealth appointment in the past four weeks At any time in the last 4 weeks, did any children in the household have an appointment with a doctor, nurse, or other health professional by video or by phone? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 21 |
| Own telehealth appointment in the past four weeks At any time in the last 4 weeks, did you have an appointment with a doctor, nurse, or other health professional by video or by phone? Please only include appointments for yourself and not others in your household. | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 21 |
| Expects to apply for Medicare What type of benefits do you think that you will apply for? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 21 |
| Main reason no longer covered by Medicaid What was the main reason you no longer have Medicaid? | Household Pulse | 2022–2024 | 18 |
| Intention to get a COVID-19 vaccine Once a vaccine to prevent COVID-19 is available to you, would you... | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 18 |
| Satisfaction with health and physical condition E. Your health and physical condition. | GSS | 1973–1994 | 18 |
| Government vs. private health insurance scale There is much concern about the rapid rise in medical and hospital costs. Some (1988,1994-LATER: people) feel there should be a government insurance plan which would cover all medical and hospital expenses (1984 AND LATER: for everyone). (1996,2004: Suppose these people are at one end of a scale, at point 1). Others feel that (1988,1994-1996: all) medical expenses should be paid by individuals, and through private insurance (1984 AND LATER: plans) like Blue Cross (1984-1994: or [1996:some] other company paid plans). (1996,2004: Suppose these people are at the other end, at point 7. And of course, some people have opinions somewhere in between at points 2,3,4,5 or 6.) Where would you place yourself on this scale, or haven’t you thought much about this? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R) | ANES | 1970–2024 | 16 |
| Difficulty getting mental health treatment for children How difficult was it to get mental health treatment for the children? | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 15 |
| Satisfaction with children's mental health treatment Were you satisfied with the type, quality, and quantity of mental health treatment the children received? | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 15 |
| Whether children who needed mental health treatment received it Did the children who needed mental health treatment receive it? | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 15 |
| Children in household needing mental health treatment During the last 4 weeks, did any children in your household need mental health treatment? Mental health treatment includes health services like counseling or medication. | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 15 |
| Likelihood of vaccinating children 5 to 11 against COVID-19 Now that vaccines to prevent COVID-19 are available to most children, will the parents or guardians of children in your household... | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 15 |
| Likelihood of vaccinating children 12 to 17 against COVID-19 Now that vaccines to prevent COVID-19 are available to most children, will the parents or guardians of children in your household... | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 15 |
| Own telehealth appointments by video Did the appointment(s) take place over the phone without video or did the appointment(s) use video? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 15 |
| Children's telehealth appointments by phone without video Did the appointment(s) take place over the phone without video or did the appointment(s) use video? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 15 |
| Children unable to attend childcare during the pandemic Next, we are going to ask about the childcare arrangements for children in the household. At any time in the last 4 weeks, were any children in the household unable to attend daycare or another childcare arrangement as a result of child care being closed, unavailable, unaffordable, or because you are concerned about your child's safety in care? Please include before school care, after school care, and all other forms of childcare that were unavailable. Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 15 |
| Children's telehealth appointments by video Did the appointment(s) take place over the phone without video or did the appointment(s) use video? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 15 |
| Fewer bus, rail, or rideshare trips due to pandemic In the last 7 days, have you taken fewer trips than you normally would have by bus, rail, or ride-sharing services, like Uber and Lyft, because of the coronavirus pandemic? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 15 |
| Own telehealth appointments by phone without video Did the appointment(s) take place over the phone without video or did the appointment(s) use video? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 15 |
| Used bus, rail, or ridesharing weekly before the pandemic Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, in a typical week, did you use bus, rail, or ride-sharing services, like Uber and Lyft? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 15 |
| Fewer trips to stores because of the pandemic In the last 7 days, have you taken fewer trips to stores than you normally would have because of the coronavirus pandemic? Curbside pick-up should be counted as trips to stores. Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 15 |
| Canceled or postponed in-person medical appointments In the last 7 days, which of the following changes have you or your household made to your spending or shopping? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 15 |
| Fewer bus, rail, or rideshare trips due to pandemic In the last 7 days, have you taken fewer trips than you normally would have by bus, rail, or ride-sharing services, like Uber and Lyft, because of the coronavirus pandemic? Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 15 |
| Applied for Medicare since March 2020 What type of benefits did you apply or attempt to apply for since March 13, 2020? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 15 |
| Attended in-person medical or dental appointments In the last 7 days, which of the following changes have you or your household made to your spending or shopping? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2020–2021 | 15 |
| Used a condom at last sex The last time you had sex, was a condom used? By "sex" we mean vaginal, oral, or anal sex. | GSS | 1996–2022 | 14 |
| Went without prescription medicine because of cost Prescription medicine - During the past 12 months, was there a time when you needed each of the following, but went without because you couldn’t afford it? | Fed SHED | 2013–2025 | 13 |
| Went without mental health care because of cost Mental health care or counseling - During the past 12 months, was there a time when you needed each of the following, but went without because you couldn’t afford it? | Fed SHED | 2013–2025 | 13 |
| Went without doctor or specialist visit because of cost Seeing a doctor or specialist - During the past 12 months, was there a time when you needed each of the following, but went without because you couldn’t afford it? | Fed SHED | 2013–2025 | 13 |
| Went without dental care because of cost Dental care - During the past 12 months, was there a time when you needed each of the following, but went without because you couldn’t afford it? | Fed SHED | 2013–2025 | 13 |
| Whether respondent smokes Do you smoke? | GSS | 1977–1994 | 13 |
| Covered by health insurance bought directly from a company Insurance purchased directly from an insurance company - Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2013–2025 | 12 |
| Covered by employer or union health insurance Insurance through an employer or union - Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2013–2025 | 12 |
| Medicaid coverage since January 2023 Since January 1, 2023, have you ever had Medicaid coverage? | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 12 |
| How the baby in the household is fed How is the baby in your household fed (in addition to any solid foods the baby may be consuming)? If there is more than one baby, please report on the youngest. | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 12 |
| Timing of most recent COVID-19 vaccine dose How long ago was your most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or booster? | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Child seemed anxious or clingy in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Child showed unusual anger or outbursts, past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Child seemed sad or depressed in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| No behavior changes in children, past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Child complained of unexplained physical pain, past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Child reverted to outgrown behaviors, past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Child had changes in eating habits in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Child engaged in problematic behaviors, past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Child had changes in ability to focus in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. IN THE PAST 4 WEEKS, did any of these children seem to (check all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| When respondent tested positive for COVID-19 When did you test positive or were told you have or had COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: wait and see if it is safe Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: not in a high-risk group Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doesn't trust the government Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: hard to get a vaccine Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Had in-person medical or dental appointments In the last 7 days, have you or your household done any of the following... Had in-person medical or dental appointments? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: other reason Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: others need the vaccine more Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: doctor hasn't recommended it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: concern about side effects Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: unsure vaccine will work Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: don't believe they need it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Had in-home housekeeping or caregiving services In the last 7 days, have you or your household done any of the following... Had in-home housekeeping or caregiving services? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: concern about vaccine cost Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: don't trust the government Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: don't trust COVID-19 vaccines Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: household doesn't vaccinate children Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doesn't trust COVID-19 vaccines Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Children's preventive check-ups during the pandemic The next question is about preventative health care for the children in your household. At any time in the last 12 months, did any children in the household miss, delay or skip any PREVENTIVE check-ups because of the coronavirus pandemic? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Ate indoors at restaurants in last 7 days In the last 7 days, have you or your household done any of the following... Eating indoors at restaurants? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: unable to get vaccine Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: concern about missing work Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doesn't believe a vaccine is needed Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Shopped in stores in last 7 days In the last 7 days, have you or your household done any of the following... In-store shopping? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: COVID-19 not seen as a big threat Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: concern about cost Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: waiting to see if it is safe Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Not vaccinating children: concern about side effects Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doctor has not recommended it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: unsure vaccine will protect Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: other reason Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doesn't trust the government Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doesn't trust COVID-19 vaccines Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: other reason Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Received or plan to receive all vaccine doses Did you receive (or do you plan to receive) all required doses? | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doesn't believe a vaccine is needed Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doctor has not recommended it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: waiting to see if it is safe Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: doesn't like vaccines Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: others need it more right now Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| No vaccine needed: not in a high-risk group Why do you believe that you don't need a COVID-19 vaccine? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| No vaccine needed: other reason Why do you believe that you don't need a COVID-19 vaccine? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: concern about cost Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| No vaccine needed: vaccines not seen as beneficial Why do you believe that you don't need a COVID-19 vaccine? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| No vaccine needed: already had COVID-19 Why do you believe that you don't need a COVID-19 vaccine? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| No vaccine needed: plans masks or other precautions Why do you believe that you don't need a COVID-19 vaccine? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: unsure vaccine will work Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| No vaccine needed: COVID-19 not seen as serious Why do you believe that you don't need a COVID-19 vaccine? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Vaccine reluctance: concern about side effects Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 12 |
| Traumatic events to respondent in the last year A. Number of traumatic events (deaths, divorces, unemployment, and hospitalizations-disabilities) happening to respondent last year. | GSS | 1978–1994 | 12 |
| Traumatic events to respondent in the last five years B. Number of traumatic events (deaths, divorces, unemployment, and hospitalizations/disabilities) happening to respondent during last five years. | GSS | 1978–1994 | 12 |
| Ever smoked regularly D. Have you ever smoked regularly? | GSS | 1978–1994 | 12 |
| Ever tried to quit smoking A. Have you ever tried to give up smoking? | GSS | 1978–1994 | 12 |
| Hospitalized or disabled in last five years Hospitalization and disability during last five years. | GSS | 1978–1994 | 12 |
| Likelihood of vaccinating children under 5 against COVID-19 Now that vaccines to prevent COVID-19 are available to most children, will the parents or guardians of children in your household... | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 11 |
| Place of last HIV test As of 2024, HIVTEST2 has been recoded to only account for seven categories by combining jail, home, and drug treatment facility into "Somewhere else." This has been retroactively applied to all previous years of HIVTEST2. The original HIVTEST2 containing data from 2006 to 2022 has been renamed HIVTEST2_0622. | GSS | 2006–2024 | 10 |
| Year of last HIV test As of 2024, HIVTEST1 accounts for only the year in which the respondent tested for HIV and the variable has been slightly adjusted to help protect confidentiality. Please see the 2024 codebook for more information. The original HIVTEST1 containing data from 2006 to 2022 has been renamed HIVTEST1_0622. | GSS | 2006–2024 | 10 |
| Ever tested for HIV Have you ever been tested for HIV? Do not count tests you may have had as part of a blood donation. Include oral test (where they take a swab from your mouth). | GSS | 2006–2024 | 10 |
| Date of most recent COVID-19 vaccine What was the date of your most recent COVID-19 vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2024 | 9 |
| Tested positive for COVID more than a year ago When did you test positive or were told you have or had COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2024 | 9 |
| Democratic presidential candidate on government health insurance Where would you place [the Democratic Presidential Candidate] on this scale? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R) | ANES | 1972–2024 | 9 |
| Tested positive for COVID within the last four weeks When did you test positive or were told you have or had COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2024 | 9 |
| Republican presidential candidate on government health insurance Where would you place [the Republican Presidential Candidate] on this scale? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R) | ANES | 1972–2024 | 9 |
| Tested positive for COVID four weeks to a year ago When did you test positive or were told you have or had COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2024 | 9 |
| Received RSV vaccine There is a vaccine that was recently recommended for some people that helps prevent the respiratory virus called RSV. Have you received the RSV vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2024 | 9 |
| Timing of children's latest COVID-19 vaccine dose, ages 12 to 17 For the children in this household, how long ago was their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or booster? | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 9 |
| Timing of children's latest COVID-19 vaccine dose, ages 5 to 11 For the children in this household, how long ago was their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or booster? | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 9 |
| Place of last HIV test, detailed categories As of 2024, HIVTEST2 has been recoded to only account for seven categories by combining jail, home, and drug treatment facility into "Somewhere else." This has been retroactively applied to all previous years of HIVTEST2. The original HIVTEST2 containing data from 2006 to 2022 has been renamed HIVTEST2_0622. | GSS | 2006–2022 | 9 |
| Days of poor mental health in past 30 days B. Now thinking about your mental health, which includes stress, depression, and problems with emotions, for how many days during the past 30 days was your mental health not good? | GSS | 2002–2022 | 9 |
| Trips canceled because of the pandemic Were any of these trips canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic? Include trips you had not made travel reservations or arrangements for in your answer. Select only one answer. | Household Pulse | 2020 | 9 |
| Has health insurance Do you presently have any (1974: some) kind of health insurance? | ANES | 1992–2024 | 8 |
| Covered by insurance from a health exchange Insurance purchased through a health insurance exchange - Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2019–2025 | 7 |
| Covered by military or veteran's health care TRICARE, VA, or other military or veteran's health care - Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2019–2025 | 7 |
| Covered by any other health insurance Any other health insurance - Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2019–2025 | 7 |
| Covered by Medicare or Medicaid Medicare or Medicaid - Are you currently covered by any of the following types of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2019–2025 | 7 |
| Went without follow-up care because of cost Follow-up care - During the past 12 months, was there a time when you needed each of the following, but went without because you couldn’t afford it? | Fed SHED | 2019–2025 | 7 |
| Out-of-pocket cost of unexpected major medical expenses Approximately how much did you pay out of pocket for unexpected major medical expenses in the past 12 months? | Fed SHED | 2018–2024 | 7 |
| Republican Party placement on government health insurance scale Republican Party - R’s rating of party on govt health insurance scale | ANES | 1970–2012 | 7 |
| Democratic Party placement on government health insurance scale Where would you place the Democratic Party on this scale [1988 ONLY: or haven’t you thought much about this]? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R) | ANES | 1970–2012 | 7 |
| President's position on government health insurance Where would you place [president] on this scale? (7-POINT SCALE SHOWN TO R) | ANES | 1970–2012 | 7 |
| Duration of long-term COVID-19 symptoms Did you have any symptoms lasting 3 months or longer that you did not have prior to having coronavirus or COVID-19? Long term symptoms may include: tiredness or fatigue, difficulty thinking, or concentrating, forgetfulness, or memory problems (sometimes referred to as "brain fog"), difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, joint or muscle pain, fast-beating or pounding heart (also known as heart palpitations), chest pain, dizziness on standing, changes to your menstrual cycle, changes to taste/smell, or inability to exercise. | Household Pulse | 2024 | 6 |
| No updated booster because work or school doesn't require it On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| COVID-19 testing plan: reimbursed purchase Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I paid for tests at a pharmacy or store, and got reimbursed by my insurance | Household Pulse | 2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: wait and see if it is safe Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| No updated booster because of enough immunity from prior doses On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| No updated booster because not yet eligible On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Plan to test for COVID-19 less often Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I ordered free tests from covidtests.gov or the US Postal Service | Household Pulse | 2023 | 6 |
| No updated booster because already had COVID-19 On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not boosted: side effects from previous vaccine doses On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: unsure vaccine will work Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Infant uses amino acid based formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| No updated booster because doctor hasn't recommended it On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Infant does not get formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: household doesn't vaccinate children Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: concern about side effects Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: not in a high-risk group Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| No updated booster because not worried about COVID-19 On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Infant uses extensively hydrolyzed formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Infant uses specialty or metabolic formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: doctor hasn't recommended it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Medicaid coverage since January 2022 Since January 1, 2022, have you ever had Medicaid coverage? | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| COVID-19 testing plan: don't know Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I paid for tests at a pharmacy or store, and did not get reimbursed by my insurance | Household Pulse | 2023 | 6 |
| Timing of children's latest COVID-19 vaccine dose, under 5 For the children in this household, how long ago was their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or booster? | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: don't believe they need it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Plan to buy COVID-19 at-home tests without reimbursement Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I obtained free tests through my health insurance (including mail order or at a pharmacy or store) | Household Pulse | 2023 | 6 |
| Plan not to test for COVID-19 at all Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I received free at-home tests from the local health department, my employer, my school, or another source | Household Pulse | 2023 | 6 |
| No updated booster because plan to but haven't yet On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Infant uses regular or routine formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: don't trust COVID-19 vaccines Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: other reason Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not vaccinating children: don't trust the government Which of the following, if any, are reasons that the parents or guardians of children living in your household [only probably will / probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] get a COVID-19 vaccine for the children? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Not boosted: other reason On September 1st, 2022, an updated COVID-19 booster became available. Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received an updated COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 6 |
| Didn't take antivirals: hadn't heard of them Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| No booster because haven't made an appointment yet Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take antivirals: hard to get them Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Received a COVID-19 vaccine booster Have you received at least one COVID-19 vaccine booster? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| No booster because already had COVID-19 Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Children 5 to 11 fully vaccinated against COVID-19 Are any of the children 5-11 years old fully vaccinated against COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| No booster because doctor has not recommended it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Any child received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose Have any of the children living in your household received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine? Please respond "yes" if any of the children living in your household have received at least one dose, even if some of the children have not. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Brand of first COVID-19 vaccine received Which brand of COVID-19 vaccine did you receive ^FIRST? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 6 |
| Received monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19 Tthe FDA has issued emergency use authorizations (EUAs) for a number of treatments for COVID-19 for people at high risk of severe disease. These include oral antiviral medications or pills that can be taken at home, and monoclonal antibody treatments that can be administered at a doctor's office or hospital. When you had COVID-19 in the past 4 weeks, did you receive an antiviral or monoclonal antibody treatment, such as a pill or IV infusion? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Had back pain daily for a week in the past year A. In the past 12 months, have you had back pain every day for a week or more? | GSS | 2002–2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take COVID treatment: provider didn't offer or recommend Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Vaccine reluctance: believes one dose is enough Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 6 |
| Children 5 to 11 received a COVID-19 booster Have any of the children 5-11 years old received a booster or additional doses of a COVID-19 vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Frequency of feeling used up at day's end How often during the past month have you felt used up at the end of the day? | GSS | 2002–2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take COVID treatment: not in a high-risk group Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| No booster because it isn't believed necessary Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Days health limited usual activities in past 30 days C. During the past 30 days, for about how many days did your poor physical or mental health keep you from doing your usual activities, such as self-care, work, or recreation? | GSS | 2002–2022 | 6 |
| No booster because not yet eligible Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| No booster because of side effects from earlier doses Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take COVID treatment: not very sick or no symptoms Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Received oral antiviral medication for COVID-19 The FDA has issued emergency use authorizations (EUAs) for a number of treatments for COVID-19 for people at high risk of severe disease. These include oral antiviral medications or pills that can be taken at home, and monoclonal antibody treatments that can be administered at a doctor's office or hospital. When you had COVID-19 in the past 4 weeks, did you receive an antiviral or monoclonal antibody treatment, such as a pill or IV infusion? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take COVID treatment: concerned about side effects Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take COVID treatment: didn't think needed it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| No booster because work or school doesn't require it Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take COVID treatment: concerned about cost Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Children 12 to 17 fully vaccinated against COVID-19 Are any of the children 12-17 years old fully vaccinated against COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Number of COVID-19 vaccine doses received How many dose(s) of a COVID-19 vaccine have you received? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 6 |
| Pain in hands, arms, or shoulders in past year B. In the past 12 months, have you had pain in the hands, wrists, arms, or shoulders every day for a week or more? | GSS | 2002–2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take antivirals: thought they weren't effective Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Vaccine reluctance: side effects from earlier dose Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 6 |
| Didn't take COVID treatment: other reason Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you did not take antivirals or monoclonal antibodies? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| No booster because of transportation or appointment problems Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| No booster for other reasons Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you have not received a COVID-19 booster dose? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Children 12 to 17 received a COVID-19 booster Have any of the children 12-17 years old received a booster or additional doses of a COVID-19 vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 6 |
| Child missed preventive visit: household contact with COVID case Did any of the following reasons contribute to this child missing, delaying or skipping any PREVENTIVE check-ups? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Vaccine reluctance: side effects from dose received Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Made no changes in shopping trips during pandemic Considering shopping in the last 7 days, because of the coronavirus pandemic have you or your household members: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Child missed preventive visit: provider had limited appointments Did any of the following reasons contribute to this child missing, delaying or skipping any PREVENTIVE check-ups? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Child missed preventive visit: lost or changed health insurance Did any of the following reasons contribute to this child missing, delaying or skipping any PREVENTIVE check-ups? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Combined shopping trips to take fewer trips Considering shopping in the last 7 days, because of the coronavirus pandemic have you or your household members: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Children 12 to 17 received a COVID-19 vaccine dose Have any of the children aged 12-17 years living in your household received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Child missed preventive visit: concern about going to provider Did any of the following reasons contribute to this child missing, delaying or skipping any PREVENTIVE check-ups? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Child missed preventive visit: household member ill with COVID Did any of the following reasons contribute to this child missing, delaying or skipping any PREVENTIVE check-ups? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Intention to get a COVID-19 vaccine Once a vaccine to prevent COVID-19 is available to you, would you... | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Children missed preventive check-ups due to pandemic The next question is about preventative health care for the children in your household. At any time in the last 12 months, did any children in the household miss, delay or skip any PREVENTIVE check-ups because of the coronavirus pandemic? | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Received or plan to receive all required vaccine doses Did you receive (or do you plan to receive) all required doses? | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Vaccine reluctance: believes one dose is enough Which of the following, if any, are reasons that you [only probably will /probably won't/definitely won't/ are unsure about whether to] [get a COVID-19 vaccine/won't receive all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine]? (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Child missed preventive visit: none of the listed reasons Did any of the following reasons contribute to this child missing, delaying or skipping any PREVENTIVE check-ups? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Changed use of in-person medical or dental visits In the last 7 days, have you or your household changed your use of the following services? Select all that apply. - In-person medical or dental appointments | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Shopped online more, resulting in fewer store trips Considering shopping in the last 7 days, because of the coronavirus pandemic have you or your household members: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Intention to vaccinate children 12 to 17 against COVID-19 Now that vaccines to prevent COVID-19 are available to most children between ages 12 and 17, will the parents or guardians of children ages 12-17 living in your household... | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Child missed preventive visit: provider location closed Did any of the following reasons contribute to this child missing, delaying or skipping any PREVENTIVE check-ups? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Applied for Medicare since January 2021 What type of benefits did you apply or attempt to apply for after January 1, 2021? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Change in public COVID precautions after vaccination Since getting a COVID-19 vaccine, in general have you increased or decreased how often you practice Covid-19 prevention behaviors when in public around people you do not know? | Household Pulse | 2021 | 6 |
| Household affected by home medical equipment shortage In the past month, have you or a member of your household been directly affected by a shortage of the following? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 5 |
| Household affected by over-the-counter medication shortage In the past month, have you or a member of your household been directly affected by a shortage of the following? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 5 |
| Household not affected by medical shortages In the past month, have you or a member of your household been directly affected by a shortage of the following? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 5 |
| Household affected by prescription medication shortage In the past month, have you or a member of your household been directly affected by a shortage of the following? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 5 |
| Household affected by other critical medical product shortage In the past month, have you or a member of your household been directly affected by a shortage of the following? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2023–2024 | 5 |
| Took Paxlovid or Lagevrio for recent COVID-19 infection Paxlovid and Lagevrio are oral antiviral medications that can be prescribed by a doctor to treat COVID-19. Did you take Paxlovid or Lagevrio for your most recent COVID-19 infection? | Household Pulse | 2023 | 5 |
| Went without seeing a specialist because of cost [Seeing a specialist] During the past 12 months, was there a time when you needed any of the following, but went without because you couldn't afford it? | Fed SHED | 2013–2018 | 5 |
| Went without follow-up care because of cost [Follow-up care] During the past 12 months, was there a time when you needed any of the following, but went without because you couldn't afford it? | Fed SHED | 2014–2018 | 5 |
| Covered by TRICARE or other military health care [TRICARE or other military health care] Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2013–2018 | 5 |
| Government responsibility to provide health care for the sick C. Provide health care for the sick. | GSS | 1985–2016 | 5 |
| Delayed medical or dental care due to cost In the past year did you (or anyone in your family living here/there) put off medical or dental treatment because you didn’t have the money? | ANES | 1984–2004 | 5 |
| Number of people known who had AIDS How many people have you known personally, either living or dead, who came down with the disease called AIDS? | GSS | 1988–1993 | 5 |
| Whether respondent smokes cigarettes B. Do you smoke cigarettes? | GSS | 1977–1984 | 5 |
| Government help with medical care, early years Some say the government in Washington ought to help people get doctors and hospital care at low cost; others say the government should not get into this. Have you been interested enough in this to favor one side over the other? (IF YES) What is your position? | ANES | 1956–1968 | 5 |
| Mental illness situation caused by bad character A. His/her own bad character | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Willingness to have person in vignette marry into family F. To have NAME marry into your family? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Willingness to make friends with person in vignette C. To make friends with NAME? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood person described would be violent toward others In your opinion, how likely is it NAME would do something violent toward other people? Is it: | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Should go to a spiritual healer for help F. Go to a spiritual or a natural healer for help | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Should join a self-help group, for person described G. Join a self-help group where people with similar problems help each other | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood vignette person has a mental illness C. A mental illness | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Relative's ability to make own money decisions In your opinion, how able is NAME to make his/her own decisions about managing his/her own money -- very able, somewhat able, not very able or not able at all? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Relative's ability to decide on own treatment In your opinion, how able is NAME to make his/her own decisions about the treatment s/he should receive -- very able, somewhat able, not very able or not able at all? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Forcing person with mental problem to get treatment by law A. Get treatment at a clinic or from a doctor. | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Whether person should go to a general doctor for help C. Go to a general medical doctor for help | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Vignette person is having normal ups and downs of life A. Part of the normal ups and downs of life | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Forced hospitalization if person is dangerous to self D. Be admitted to a hospital for treatment if s/he is dangerous to him/herself. | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood situation is caused by genetic problem E. A genetic or inherited problem | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Should talk things over with family and friends A. Talk things over with family and friends | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood person in vignette is having a nervous breakdown B. A nervous breakdown | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Vignette person should enter a mental hospital J. Check into a mental hospital. | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood person's situation improves with treatment In your opinion, how likely is it that NAME's situation will improve with treatment -- very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or not likely at all? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Whether person in vignette should take prescription medication I. Take prescription medication. | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Willingness to have person in vignette as neighbor A. To move next door to NAME? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Forcing person with mental problem into hospital by law C. Be admitted to a hospital for treatment. | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Willingness to have group home for person in vignette E. To have a group home for people like NAME opened in your neighborhood? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Forcing person with mental problem to take medication by law B. Take a prescription medication to control his/her behavior. | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood person's situation is caused by stress D. Stressful circumstances in his/her life | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood person's situation improves on its own In your opinion, how likely is it that NAME's situation will improve on its own -- very likely, somewhat likely, somewhat unlikely, or not likely at all? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Seriousness of described person's problem Please remember, there are no right or wrong answers to these questions. Please think about the person I just described when answering this group of questions. First, how serious would you consider NAME's problem to be -- very serious, somewhat serious, not very serious, or not at all serious? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Forced hospitalization if person is dangerous to others E. Be admitted to a hospital for treatment if s/he is dangerous to others. | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Vignette person should see a psychiatrist D. Go to a psychiatrist for help | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood person described would be violent toward self In your opinion, how likely is it NAME would do something violent toward him/herself? Is it: | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Should take non-prescription medication H. Take non-prescription medication, like over the counter sleeping pills. | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Vignette person should see a therapist or counselor E. Go to a therapist, or counselor, like a psychologist, social worker, or other mental health professional for help | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood person in vignette has a physical illness D. A physical illness | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Likelihood problem is caused by chemical imbalance in brain B. A chemical imbalance in the brain | GSS | 1996–2024 | 4 |
| Trouble sleeping in the past year B. During the past 12 months, how often have you had trouble going to sleep or staying asleep? | GSS | 2010–2022 | 4 |
| Covered by Medicare [Medicare for people 65 or older] Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2014–2018 | 4 |
| Covered by Medicaid or government assistance health plan [Medicaid, Medical Assistance, or any kind of government-assistance plan for those with low incomes or disability] Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2013–2017 | 4 |
| Covered by VA health care [VA (including those who have ever used or enrolled for VA health care)] Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2013–2017 | 4 |
| Relatives hospitalized or disabled in last year A. Number of relatives hospitalized/disabled last year. | GSS | 1978–1984 | 4 |
| Relatives hospitalized or disabled in prior four years B. Number of relatives hospitalized/disabled during previous four years. | GSS | 1978–1984 | 4 |
| Traumatic events to self and relatives in the last year A. Total number of traumatic events happening to respondent and relatives last year. | GSS | 1978–1984 | 4 |
| Traumatic events to self and relatives in last five years B. Total number of traumatic events happening to respondent and relatives during last five years? | GSS | 1978–1984 | 4 |
| Which party favors government help with medical care Which party do you think is more likely to want the government to help in getting doctor and hospital care at low cost, the Democrats, the Republicans, or wouldn’t there be any difference between them on this? | ANES | 1960–1968 | 4 |
| Knows someone hospitalized for mental illness Did you ever know anyone who was in a hospital because of a mental illness? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 3 |
| People with HIV have engaged in immoral activities (Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with each of the following comments.) People who have HIV have participated in immoral activities. | GSS | 2021–2024 | 3 |
| Likelihood person in vignette has a mental health problem Vignette E: GO TO DECTREAT | GSS | 1996–2024 | 3 |
| Has known someone seeing a mental health professional Have you ever known anyone (other than persons mentioned in KNWMHOSP) who was seeing a psychologist, mental health professional, social worker or other counselor? | GSS | 1996–2024 | 3 |
| Afraid to be around a person with HIV Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with each of the following comments. I would be afraid to be around a person with HIV because I would be worried I could get infected. | GSS | 2021–2024 | 3 |
| Discrimination against people with HIV (Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with each of the following comments.) There is a lot of discrimination against people with HIV in this country today. | GSS | 2021–2024 | 3 |
| People with mental illness are unpredictable E. People like (NAME) are unpredictable. | GSS | 2006–2024 | 3 |
| Medication shortage response: spent more to find substitutes How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Child seemed very sad or depressed in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage: switched to substitutes How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Timing of children's latest COVID-19 vaccine dose, ages 12 to 17 For the children in this household, how long ago was their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or booster? | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Infant uses specialty or metabolic formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage response: consulted a medical professional How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Obtained at-home COVID-19 tests in the past year Over the last year, have you obtained COVID-19 at-home tests? | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Infant uses amino acid based formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage: delayed or stopped use How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage response: don't know How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Increased breastfeeding during formula shortage Please state how you dealt with the infant formula shortage. Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Timing of children's latest COVID-19 vaccine dose, under 5 For the children in this household, how long ago was their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or booster? | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Difficulty accessing medical care after natural disaster In the first month after the natural disaster, to what extent did you experience any of the following: Difficulty accessing medical care or medicines? | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage response: negative mental health impacts How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Coped with formula shortage by making own formula Please state how you dealt with the infant formula shortage this year: (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage: other response How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Infant uses extensively hydrolyzed formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Timing of children's latest COVID-19 vaccine dose, ages 5 to 11 For the children in this household, how long ago was their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or booster? | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Method of obtaining COVID-19 tests: other Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I paid for tests at a pharmacy or store, and did not get reimbursed by my insurance | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Child had changes in ability to focus in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Paid for COVID-19 tests and got insurance reimbursement Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I paid for tests at a pharmacy or store, and got reimbursed by my insurance | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Child showed unusual anger or outbursts in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Coped with formula shortage by increasing breastfeeding Please state how you dealt with the infant formula shortage this year: (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage: delayed or canceled care How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Child engaged in problem behaviors in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Ordered free COVID-19 tests from government website or USPS Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I ordered free tests from covidtests.gov or the US Postal Service | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Got COVID-19 tests free through health insurance Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I obtained free tests through my health insurance (including mail order or at a pharmacy or store) | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage response: rationed or re-used products How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Medication shortage response: negative health impacts How did you or your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Paid for COVID-19 tests without reimbursement Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - Other, please specify | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Infant uses regular or routine formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Timing of children's latest COVID-19 vaccine dose, under 5 For the children in this household, how long ago was their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine or booster? | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| No children showed any of these behaviors Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Child seemed anxious or clingy in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Child had changes in eating behavior in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Baby does not get formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Child reverted to outgrown behaviors in past 4 weeks Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Child complained of pain with no medical cause Think about all of the children living in your household. In the past 4 weeks, did any of these children seem to: Select all that apply | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Got free COVID-19 tests from health department, employer, or school Over the last year, how have you obtained COVID-19 at home tests? Select all that apply. - Selected Choice - I received free at-home tests from the local health department, my employer, my school, or another source | Household Pulse | 2023 | 3 |
| Coped with formula shortage by watering down formula Please state how you dealt with the infant formula shortage this year: (Select all that apply) | Household Pulse | 2022–2023 | 3 |
| Number of COVID-19 vaccine doses received Which of the following best describes your COVID-19 vaccine status (not including boosters) | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Children received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose Have any of the children living in your household received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 3 |
| Infant uses extensively hydrolyzed formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Infant uses amino acid based formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Children 5 to 11 received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose Have any of the children living in your household received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Infant uses regular or routine formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Children under 5 fully vaccinated against COVID-19 Are any of the children under 5 years old fully vaccinated against COVID-19? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Received or plans to receive COVID-19 booster Did you receive (or do you plan to receive) a COVID-19 vaccine booster? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Infant uses specialty or metabolic formula What type of Infant Formula does your infant typically use? Mark all that apply | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Participated in stress management program in past year In the past 12 months, have you participated in any of these stress management or stress reduction programs? | GSS | 2014–2022 | 3 |
| Told by a doctor of having high blood pressure A. Hypertension or high blood pressure? | GSS | 2014–2022 | 3 |
| Ever told by a doctor of having depression D. Depression? | GSS | 2014–2022 | 3 |
| Children 12 to 17 received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose Have any of the children living in your household received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Ever told by a doctor of having diabetes or high blood pressure C. Diabetes or high blood pressure? | GSS | 2014–2022 | 3 |
| Intention to vaccinate children against COVID-19 Now that vaccines to prevent COVID-19 are available to most children, will the parents or guardians of children living in your household... | Household Pulse | 2021–2022 | 3 |
| Baby typically uses infant formula Does the baby typically use Infant Formula? | Household Pulse | 2022 | 3 |
| Ever told by a doctor of having arthritis B. Arthritis or rheumatism? | GSS | 2014–2022 | 3 |
| Covered by any other health plan [Any other] Are you currently covered by any of the following types of health insurance or health coverage plans? | Fed SHED | 2013–2018 | 3 |
| Sought health information from friends or relatives E. Friends or relatives? | GSS | 2000–2004 | 3 |
| Sought health information from health magazines C. Special health or medical magazine or newsletter? | GSS | 2000–2004 | 3 |
| Sought health information from general-interest magazines B. Articles in a general-interest magazine? | GSS | 2000–2004 | 3 |
| Looked for health information in past year In the past year, that is, between (INSERT CURRENT MONTH) 1999/2001/2003 and (INSERT CURRENT MONTH) 2000/02"have you looked for information about a health concern or medical problem? | GSS | 2000–2004 | 3 |
| Sought health information from the Internet G. The Internet or World Wide Web? | GSS | 2000–2004 | 3 |
| Sought health information from a doctor or nurse D. A doctor, nurse, or other medical professional? | GSS | 2000–2004 | 3 |
| Sought health information from TV or radio F. Radio or television programs? | GSS | 2000–2004 | 3 |
| Sought health information from newspaper articles A. Articles in a daily newspaper? | GSS | 2000–2004 | 3 |
| What government should know before granting security clearance Please tell me which one of the statements on the card best describes what the government has the right to know. Before giving an individual a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance, the government should have the right to know: | GSS | 1996–2000 | 3 |
| Days felt angry at someone in past week Q. Felt angry at someone? | GSS | 1996–2025 | 2 |
| Days felt fearful in the past week I. Felt fearful about something that might happen to you? | GSS | 1996–2025 | 2 |
| Days felt proud of something done in past week S. Felt proud of something you'd done? | GSS | 1996–2025 | 2 |
| Unmet transportation needs: disability limits travel If you do not have enough transportation to meet your needs, which of the following reasons explain why (select all that apply): | Household Pulse | 2024 | 2 |
| Would give child medication if counselor advised A. If the therapist or counselor said your child should be on medication, how likely would you be to do that? Very likely, somewhat likely, not very likely, or not at all likely? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Likelihood youth's situation improves with medical treatment L. In your opinion, how likely is it that this youth's/child's situation will improve with medical treatment? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Likelihood a described child has a mental illness B. In your opinion, how likely is it that (John/Mary) is experiencing a mental illness? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Shortage response: don't know How did you or a member of your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2024 | 2 |
| Received treatment for own mental health problem Did you get treatment for your mental health problem? | GSS | 2018–2024 | 2 |
| Shortage response: switched to a substitute medication or product How did you or a member of your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2024 | 2 |
| Ever diagnosed with a mental health problem Have you ever been diagnosed with a mental health problem? | GSS | 2018–2024 | 2 |
| Knows someone who received mental health treatment Let's turn away from (NAME) now. I have a few questions about your general experiences that I would like to ask you. Leaving yourself aside, have you personally ever known someone who has received treatment for a mental health situation? | GSS | 2006–2024 | 2 |
| Acquaintances' negative attitudes toward mental health problems Thinking about other people you know personally outside of your family, to what extent do they hold negative attitudes about people with mental health problems? | GSS | 2018–2024 | 2 |
| Likelihood vignette person's situation is genetic D. In your opinion, how likely is it that (John/Mary)'s situation MIGHT be caused by a genetic or inherited problem? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Would take a troubled child to a medical doctor Go to a general medical doctor for help? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Shortage response: negative mental health impacts How did you or a member of your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2024 | 2 |
| Shortage response: negative physical health impacts How did you or a member of your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2024 | 2 |
| Willingness to have child with mental health problem in class D. How willing would you be to have (John/Mary) in your child's class at school? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Willingness to have children befriend a named youth C. How willing would you be to have your children make friends with (John/Mary)? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| First step a person with a problem should take What is the first thing s/he should do? | GSS | 2018–2024 | 2 |
| Person's situation caused by own bad character A. Now, I want to ask you some specific questions about (John/Mary). In your opinion, how likely is it that (John/Mary)'s situation MIGHT be caused by (his/her) own bad character--very likely, somewhat likely, not very likely, or not at all likely? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Shortage response: spent more money or time to find products How did you or a member of your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2024 | 2 |
| Likelihood a situation is caused by allergies H. In your opinion, how likely is it that (John/Mary)'s situation MIGHT be caused by food or chemical allergies? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Seriousness of a named youth's problem How serious would you consider (John/Mary)'s problem, if any, to be: very serious, somewhat serious, not very serious, or not at all serious? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Shortage response: delayed, stopped, or rationed products How did you or a member of your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2024 | 2 |
| Would get teachers' advice if child had problems Get advice from your child's teachers? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Family's negative attitudes about mental health problems Thinking about your family, to what extent do they hold negative attitudes about people with mental health problems? | GSS | 2018–2024 | 2 |
| Shortage response: delayed or canceled a medical procedure How did you or a member of your household respond to the shortage? Select all that apply. | Household Pulse | 2024 | 2 |
| Would seek family and friends' advice about a troubled child Get advice from family and friends about (John/Mary)? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Child's troubles seen as normal ups and downs of growing up In your opinion, how likely is it that (John/Mary) is experiencing part of the normal ups and downs of growing up -- very likely, somewhat likely, not very likely, or not at all likely? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |
| Would see a psychiatrist if child had problems Go to a psychiatrist for help? | GSS | 2002–2024 | 2 |