» The Division on the Study of American Fears

The Chapman University Survey of American Fears Wave 5 (2018) provides an unprecedented look into the fears of average Americans. A random sample of 1,190 adults from across the United States were asked their level of fear about different fears across a huge variety of topics ranging from crime, the government, disasters, personal anxieties, technology and many others.

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From devastating wildfires to killer hurricanes, nearly a quarter (21%) of America reports they or their families have had to flee their homes due to disaster. Evacuating one’s home is a heart wrenching choice, but it saves lives. Unfortunately, many Americans choose not to evacuate, even when authorities call for mandatory evacuations. The results are often tragic. 

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The Chapman University Survey of American Fears Wave 5 (2018) includes a battery of items on paranormal beliefs ranging from belief in aliens and psychic powers to Bigfoot and haunted houses.

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Immigration policy has been a central focus of President Trump’s administration. Results from the Chapman University Survey of American Fears show that a majority of Americans do not currently share the President’s concerns over immigration.

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Roughly 1% of the U.S. adult population are Muslims. The political and social scrutiny focused on this small group has led to major political figures advocating discriminatory practices based on religion alone. This year, we’ve reexamined many of the same items from our 2016 survey to see if American opinions had changed. They have.

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