 This study examined the motivations for complying with COVID-19 related policies in Germany and Switzerland. The results showed that social cohesion, consequences, and personal risk assessments were all important factors in determining whether someone would comply with the policies. Additionally, the study found that while some people felt it was important to follow the rules out of principle, others needed more evidence before they could be convinced. This article was authored by Bettina Zimmerman, Amelia Fisk, Stuart MacLennan, and others.