Cross Pollen Nation - People More Irritable During Hayfever Season
Tuesday, April 7, 2009 - 19:21
in Psychology & Sociology
Nearly half of all hayfever sufferers are more irritable while they are suffering from hayfever symptoms, impacting on their relationships, according to a new survey published today.[1] The survey suggests that up to 2 million people with hayfever[2] feel less affectionate in relationships and up to 600,000 people with hayfever have had an argument due to their hayfever symptoms. Even potential new relationships are at risk, with 6% having cancelled a date or prior arrangement because of their symptoms and 75% feeling self conscious about their appearance.*The findings, announced today, arose from a survey of 787 people with hayfever conducted by YouGov on behalf of Schering-Plough last summer. read more
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