2017中国人际关系亲密指数报告（英文版）_44页-6mb

2017 CITIC-Prudential Relationship Index Summary

Core Content

The 2017 CITIC-Prudential Relationship Index (CPRI) for China is 54/100, indicating that primary relationships fulfill 54% of the relationship needs people expect. This score remains unchanged from 2016, and China ranks 9th out of 9 Asian markets, with Cambodia leading at 86/100.

The report explores the state of personal relationships in China, focusing on partner, family, and friend relationships, and identifies key factors that influence relationship satisfaction and communication.

Main Findings

Relationship Satisfaction

• Partner relationships: Score 49/100 in 2017, down slightly from 2016. 54% of people express love to their partners at least once a week.
• Family relationships: Score 36/100 for parents, 35/100 for children, and 23/100 for colleagues, all showing a decline from 2016.
• Friend relationships: Not explicitly mentioned, but included in the general survey scope.

Key Drivers for Better Relationships

• Financial planning with partners improves relationship scores significantly (62/100 for couples who plan together vs. 41/100 for those who don't).
• Laughter is a strong indicator of relationship quality, with couples who laugh together more often having a 11-point higher score (52/100 vs. 41/100).
• Emotional support and empathy are highly valued in relationships, with 53% of people considering the ability to make them laugh or smile as one of the most important attributes in a partner.

Relationship Challenges

Common Sources of Conflict

• Housework division: 23% of couples argue about it, with women more likely to do the majority of the work (68% of women vs. 42% of men).
• Digital device usage: 31% of couples argue about the time spent on phones or computers.
• Children and living environment: Top 5 sources of conflict, with 27% of couples arguing about children and 24% about living environment.

Communication Issues

• Phone communication over face-to-face: 45% of people know someone who prefers screens over conversations.
• Distraction by technology: 65% admit to being distracted by pop-up alerts during conversations.
• Reduced emotional bonding: 49% say they are less likely to talk to their partners, and 45% feel upset when not receiving calls or messages.

Cultural Shifts and Expectations

• Parents and children: 81% of adults in China have children, and 89% have living parents. 88% of parents worry about their children’s future, with 52% prioritizing education as a financial goal.
• Future expectations: 76% believe children will have a better future in 2050 than they do now.
• Parental expectations: 61% of parents want frequent interaction with their children, and 56% want them to make them laugh or smile. 58% of adults want their parents to respect their individuality.

Changes from 2016 to 2017

• More support from partners: 57% of people believe their partners are ready to provide support during emergencies (up from 36% in 2016).
• More benefit of the doubt: 55% think their partners will give them the benefit of the doubt (up from 34% in 2016).
• Less emotional bonding: 45% of people feel their parents are less likely to enjoy being close to them (down from 44% in 2016).
• Reduced interaction with parents: 44% of people talk to their parents weekly, down from 61% in 2016.

Summary of Key Trends

• Financial planning and open communication are critical to relationship improvement.
• Laughter and emotional bonding significantly enhance relationship satisfaction.
• Technology use and distractions are major sources of tension in relationships.
• Parents and children have complex dynamics, with high expectations and concern for the future.
• Expectations of equality in domestic roles are rising, with 73% of men and 80% of women believing that by 2050, housework will be shared equally.

Conclusion

The 2017 CPRI highlights that while relationships in China are important to happiness and well-being, there is still a 46% relationship gap, meaning they fall short of expectations. The report emphasizes the role of financial planning, emotional support, and communication in strengthening relationships, while also noting the challenges posed by technology use and changing family dynamics.