Table A1.

Description of four different styles of response to the pandemic and its related restrictive strategies.

	A Style
	Respecting the lockdown regulations and the other restrictive measures imposed by the pandemic made me feel good and safe. After all, I felt comfortable being at home and being more distant from other people, such as family, friends, and acquaintances. To avoid exposing myself to the risk of infecting or being infected, I strictly followed the rules, minimizing contact with colleagues and choosing to work from home if I could. I arranged online shopping and home delivery. However, I did not feel safe outside: I was anxious and worried that someone might get too close, despite wearing a face surgical mask and other personal protective equipment. Sometimes I found myself fantasizing about the disease; in times of stress, if I was in some physical discomfort, I could find myself thinking I might have been infected. I always sanitized the house (even surfaces and door handles) as it made me feel protected from the virus. I happened to picture myself in an intensive care unit, feeling very scared at times. These situations pushed me to “retire” myself home even more.
	B Style
	Respecting the lockdown regulations and the other restrictive measures imposed by the pandemic was not particularly difficult; I dedicated much more time to myself and my passions (for example, reading, writing, playing video games or playing chess, and watching movies or TV series). I appreciated and enjoyed the experience of being “in my own company” (and/or of my partner and/or my family)—strangely enough, I realized I sort of needed it. I worked from home, trying to limit my working and social contacts. I went out only if necessary, for example to go to the supermarket or the pharmacy. I carefully used gels and face masks and sanitized myself when returning home to feel in a safe environment. After all, I was fine at home, and I think I managed to find my balance.
	C Style
	Respecting the lockdown regulations and the other restrictive measures imposed by the pandemic was not always easy for me. During the lockdowns I worked mainly from home; never seeing my family and friends, giving up physical activity or walks, having to avoid emotional exchanges, and not enjoying the pleasure of meeting people in person was tough. I missed having social contacts and an active life. I arranged opportunities to catch up online, via various platforms, with people dear to me or others in general. I also dedicated some time to reorganizing some areas of the house, doing things I had always put off to relieve my tension and keep myself busy. In compliance with the rules, I still tried to get out –– even throwing out the garbage was a diversion! Despite being a very hard period, I somehow managed to come to terms with the difficulties of this situation, developing resources to adapt as best I could.
	D Style
	Respecting the lockdown regulations and the other restrictive measures imposed by the pandemic was quite difficult for me. I believe that pandemic containment measures were often exceeding the limit or nonsensical, and that they have and will have dreadful consequences. At times, I happened to be thinking that behind these control strategies there was a hidden attempt to limit the freedom of citizens. I believe those who shut themselves at home are scared fanatics, slaves to face masks and sanitizers. I must admit that, without getting caught, I sometimes broke the rules without feeling too guilty; I believe that commonsense safety precautions are enough not to catch the virus. At home, I felt like I was in a cage. I often felt angry and wanted to let off steam. Being forced to stay at home is real torture, and I certainly do not blame people who have looked for loopholes!