Psychol Rep February 1995 PMID 7770587

Belief in lunar effects on human behavior.

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Peak: 31 in Jan 2020

across 4 sources since Jan 2020

Extended reach

1,696,202

potential audience

Total likes

52,672

Video views

1,501,947

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Jan 2020 – Dec 2025

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YouTube2 videos
News2 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

The conversations oscillate between skepticism and curiosity, with phrases like 'time to separate fact from fiction' and calls for going back to school reflecting a questioning tone. The use of phrases like 'myths and facts' and references to videos suggest a moderate level of interest and engagement, though the tone remains conversational rather than deeply analytical, which aligns with the neutral agreement and impact scores.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed reactions, with some skeptics dismissing the idea that the moon affects behavior, while others acknowledge some influence, leading to neutral overall agreement.

InterestModerate interest

Many discussions revolve around intriguing facts and myths about the full moon, indicating some curiosity but not deep scholarly engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants share examples, question myths, or call for further understanding, reflecting moderate engagement with the topic.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions mainly raise awareness and curiosity without significantly transforming opinions or influencing broader behaviors, resulting in a neutral impact score.

Abstract in brief

A survey of 325 people showed that 43% believe that lunar phases can influence human behavior.
Mental health professionals, social workers, psychologists, nurses, and aides tend to hold this belief more strongly than other job groups.
The study suggests a common perception among certain healthcare and social workers that the moon may affect people's mental and behavioral states.]

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Myth Busting: The True Science Behind Full Moon Effects

From menstrual cycles to rainfall, there are many claims about the moon's influence. This video examines common beliefs and explores what scientific research says about lunar effects on behavior and natural phenomena.

SciShow · Jan 12, 2020 949,551 views

The Influence of Lunar Phases on Human Behavior and Sleep Patterns

This video explores the historical and scientific connections between the moon and human behavior, including sleep, mental health, and perceptions of lunar influence, supported by recent research and surveys.

Antroporama · Aug 9, 2020 552,396 views

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@bioproblemnet · X

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سُلافه

@solafa_khaled2 · X

@LastOfNu فعلا مرا ياثر https://t.co/LGRvcKftGz

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M. M.

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Mar 19, 2022 · 1,036 followers View post →

Alisha Gray M.S.,MPH

@RealAlishaGray · X

8 Truths and Myths About the #fullmoon https://t.co/2QNir1YYBA So, we see the parallels: 1. Higher levels of melanin at night. 2. Blue light from the Moon/Blue Eyes 3. Menses/Rotation pattern of the Moon 4. The #Egyptian worship of Blue Rhinoceros beetles & reproduction.

Jan 24, 2022 · 710 followers View post →

faith

@horsegirl_42069 · X

8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/yaYWc3kQRe

Sep 21, 2021 · 17 followers View post →

✨️Anonymous *Potty Mouth* Jane✨️

@heathen_fox · X

@DefenderWalrus @BrimleyJuggalo @PettyRuxpin83 @leftarmisme Time to go back to school dude. https://t.co/92jrc0UTsx

Aug 17, 2021 · 1 like · 388 followers View post →

Crap Zap (Sabrina)

@CrapZap · X

Liked on YouTube: 8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/4kUNsXRSwF

Jan 17, 2021 · 287 followers View post →

Centro Well Within

@wellwithinchile · X

It turns out that the #fullmoon really does affect us humans here on Earth! Join us for a full moon dance party this Friday via Zoom. Comment for the link. #StayHome 8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/ptfJWOieFb

Jul 28, 2020 · 49 followers View post →

Chris O'Donnell

@ChrisOD65316390 · X

Moon Truths & Myths... https://t.co/5r6bbZW8L3

Apr 11, 2020 · 138 followers View post →

OmniPuro

@OmniPuro · X

#ぷろEnglish ◆#今日のリスニング :2020/01/23 8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/Ifi0onpISf via @YouTube

Jan 22, 2020 · 12,853 followers View post →

Roula Apostolou

@Roula_Apostolou · X

8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/vAqGhfX4Jg

Jan 21, 2020 · 3,066 followers View post →

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Jan 21, 2020 · 4,582 followers View post →

Elise Larsson

@EliseLarsson · X

8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/SFmXWH6diu via @YouTube

Jan 21, 2020 · 239 followers View post →

it‘s hart to see, if you don’t look

@samuelson76 · X

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Jan 20, 2020 · 744 followers View post →

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@leonmsampaio · X

8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/45g1TtLZec

Jan 17, 2020 · 242 followers View post →

Gohsuke Takama

@gohsuket · X

(ΦωΦ+)ﾎﾎｩ.... "8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon" on YouTube - https://t.co/YX12F5A9l6

Jan 15, 2020 · 2,987 followers View post →

Не кликај џабе

@TiSpasivKlik · X

@Kajgana 8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon - YouTube: https://t.co/L2XIbO54JM

Jan 15, 2020 · 35 followers View post →

EvaTeaches365

@EvaTeaches365 · X

myths and facts about the #moom https://t.co/9QT38TtP1E

Jan 15, 2020 · 131 followers View post →

DAS KAPITAL

@iamDasKapital · X

@zaanbanaan your feelings are backed by science! less sleep. harder to fall sleep. worse REM sleep. https://t.co/9reffuLrII

Jan 14, 2020 · 3 likes · 16,601 followers View post →

Lucas Vallinoto

@VallinotoLucas · X

@MauricioRicardo Ser humano tem um ciclo lunar interno. Dormimos menos na lua cheia. Dúvida? Veja o video https://t.co/p860An2DQX

Jan 14, 2020 · 46 followers View post →

Becerra C.

@becerraceballos · X

8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/86iaPFkKym vía @YouTube

Jan 13, 2020 · 42 followers View post →

Cecile Braconnier

@braco001 · X

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Jan 13, 2020 · 738 followers View post →

AzzarinneTweets

@AzzarinneTweets · X

So all collected water has tides, even the water you're getting ready to drink, but did you know that the atmosphere does too?!?

Jan 13, 2020 · 451 followers View post →

SciShow

@SciShow · X

The Moon might not cause people to act strangely, but it does affect life on Earth. Time to separate the fact from the fiction

Jan 13, 2020 · 27 likes · 3 shares · 115,392 followers View post →

OP’s Terrifying Answer

@Deus_Ex_Human · X

8 Myths About The Moon https://t.co/7p6pWbUBJu Yall love lyin on The Moon, almost as bad as Mercury

Jan 13, 2020 · 1,480 followers View post →

Katie Redden

@kth8su2 · X

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Jan 13, 2020 · 19 followers View post →

Luca

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Jan 13, 2020 · 142 followers View post →

Bat Eats Moth

@BatEatsMoth · X

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Jan 13, 2020 · 12,540 followers View post →

VictorianAztec

@ReaderGalore · X

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Jan 13, 2020 · 1,404 followers View post →

Randall Richmond

@Leaning_r · X

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Jan 12, 2020 · 6 followers View post →

Brito Vagner Dantas

@VortexBrito · X

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Jan 12, 2020 · 874 followers View post →

Afroman

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Jan 12, 2020 · 1 like · 2,312 followers View post →

Charlie Kruse

@TheCharlieKruse · X

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Jan 12, 2020 · 6,137 followers View post →

MentalChillness

@MentalChillin · X

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Jan 12, 2020 · 2,079 followers View post →

wyld

@sociopath_nic · X

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Jan 12, 2020 · 1 like · 404 followers View post →

e-csce

@e_csce · X

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Jan 12, 2020 · 117 followers View post →

Johannes Lüke

@JohannesSLueke · X

New video by SciShow: 8 Truths and Myths About the Full Moon https://t.co/qMG5MNNV23

Jan 12, 2020 · 83 followers View post →

Charles Ikenna

@CharlesIkenna23 · X

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Jan 12, 2020 · 3,222 followers View post →

Kitty

@kittybravofan · X

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Jan 12, 2020 · 719 followers View post →