Science Vs The Full Moon: Is It Messing With Us?
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Oct 2, 2025 
Meryl Horn, a senior producer and on-the-ground reporter, dives into the intriguing link between the full moon and human behavior. She interviews New Yorkers about their experiences, revealing perceptions of chaos and sync in menstrual cycles. Dr. Wendy Coates discusses research into emergency room visits during full moons, uncovering no rise in trauma cases despite popular belief. Additionally, studies on sleep patterns show lunar cycles may disrupt rest. The findings highlight potential subconscious effects, leaving many questions about the moon's influence still unanswered.
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Everyday Claims About Full Moon Effects
- Park-goers and workers report feeling and acting "weird" during full moons, with some avoiding going out that night.
- A few people even claimed menstrual timing synced to the full moon in their social groups.
ER Busy-Night Myth Debunked
- Wendy Coates' trauma-center study found no increase in admissions or deaths around full moons.
- Some studies even found slightly fewer or less severe traumas on full-moon nights, possibly due to brighter nights reducing accidents.
Use Lore To Strengthen Team Cohesion
- Emergency staff bonding over full-moon lore helps teams cope with unpredictable busy nights.
- Don't counter folklore with confrontation; use shared rituals to build morale instead.