VCIOM Survey: 35% of Russians Report Cheerful Emotional State
Latest polling data shows a slight increase in cheerfulness alongside rising anxiety levels among the Russian population
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- A VCIOM survey conducted on April 1, 2026, reveals that 35% of Russians feel cheerful, a 1 percentage point increase since January.
- Meanwhile, reported anxiety levels rose to 25%, while feelings of composure declined.
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A cheerful emotional state prevails among Russians, reaching 35%, up by 1 percentage point compared to January 2026, the Russian Public Opinion Research Center (VCIOM) revealed in a survey.
"A positive emotional climate prevails in Russian society: the share of cheerful people stands at 35% (an increase of 1 percentage point)," the social service’s report notes.
However, according to the pollsters, 25% of respondents reported feeling anxious (an increase of 2 percentage points), while 22% felt composed (a decrease of 3 percentage points), and 18% said they were agitated (unchanged).
The survey, conducted on April 1, 2026, involved 1,600 Russians over the age of 18.
