China: most widespread negative emotions

According to a Chinese survey conducted in December 2020, fatigue, pressure, and anxiety almost became a universal emotional problem, as more than nine in ten respondents experienced these issues within six months before the survey. Other negative emotions were also widespread, with almost half reporting desperation, and close to three fourth reporting loneliness.

Most prevalent emotional problems in China as of December 2020

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Release date

January 2021

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Region

China

Survey time period

December 2020

Number of respondents

56,196 respondents

Special properties

multiple answers allowed

Method of interview

Questionnaire

Supplementary notes

Original question: Which negative emotions have you experienced in the past six months?

26 percent of the respondents were male, while 74 percent were female.

14 percent of respondents were born before 1980, 27 percent between 1980 and 1990, 26 percent between 1990 and 1995, 27 percent between 1995 and 2000, 7 percent after 2000.

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