Editorial: Boredom: the elephant in the room.

This article, titled "Editorial: Boredom: the elephant in the room," explores the concept of boredom and its potential social effects. The authors discuss how the COVID-19 lockdowns led to an increase in domestic violence, which they attribute to pandemic boredom. However, they also acknowledge that boredom can have positive outcomes, such as fostering creativity and artistic expression. The article includes various perspectives on boredom, including its relationship to violence, education, and societal impacts. The authors suggest that supporting creative activities could be a way to prevent boredom-related harm. [Extracted from the article]