Cost of Lockdowns: A Preliminary Report
AIER Staff
– November 18, 2020

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In the debate over coronavirus policy, there has been far too little focus on the costs of lockdowns. It’s very common for the proponents of these interventions to write articles and large studies without even mentioning the downsides.

Here is a brief look at the cost of stringencies in the United States, and around the world, including stay-at-home orders, closings of business and schools, restrictions on gatherings, shutting of arts and sports, restrictions on medical services, and interventions in the freedom of movement.
Mental Health
Mental Health Data Source Region
During late June 2020, 40% of US adults reported to be struggling with mental health or substance abuse. CDC (June 2020) US-- excerpt, rest at link above --

Very well written with lots of stats and data.