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Social Disparities and Social Distancing During the Covid Pandemic
Lewis Davis1, Justin Esposito1
1Department of Economics, Union College, 807 Union Street, Schenectady, NY 12308 USA.
Eastern Economic Journal
|April 13, 2023
Summary
Social disparities, including income, education, and race, were linked to reduced social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. This suggests inequality can hinder public health efforts.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Social disparities can create divisions, limiting collective action.
- Understanding the impact of social inequalities on public health behaviors is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between social disparities and social distancing behaviors.
- To analyze these relationships during the pre-vaccine COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a panel of weekly, county-level observational data.
- Employed statistical analysis to assess the impact of disparities on social distancing.
Main Results:
- Found statistically significant decreases in social distancing associated with income, educational, and racial disparities.
- Results remained robust after controlling for socioeconomic factors, COVID-19 infection rates, and social capital.
Conclusions:
- Social disparities are associated with reduced social distancing.
- Inequalities may impede adherence to public health measures during pandemics.
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