FSD3171 Finland 2009: Consumer Habits and Lifestyle

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[fsd_no] FSD study number

[fsd_vr] FSD edition number

[fsd_id] FSD case id

[k1] The respondent's gender

[k2] What is your year of birth?

[k3] Degree of urbanisation of respondent's area of residence

[k4] The respondent's marital status

[k5_1] How many people live in your household? Total number

[k5_2] How many people live in your household? Number of children aged 0-6 living in the household

[k5_3] How many people live in your household? Number of children aged 7-17 living in the household

[k5_4] How many people live in your household? Total number of children aged under 18 living in the household

[k6] Do you have children aged under 18 who do not live in your household?

[k6b] Do you have children aged under 18 who do not live in your household? Yes, number of children

[k7] The respondent's basic education

[k8] The respondent's vocational education

[k9] What is your economic activity and occupational status?

[bv1] Classification of Occupations 2010 / ISCO-08: Respondent (open-ended, categorised)

[k11] Is your job contract (choose only one):

[k12] Are you employed:

[k13] Do you supervise other employees?

[k13b] Do you supervise other employees? Yes, number of employees you supervise

[k14] Have you been unemployed during the past five years?

[k15] Have you been temporarily laid off during the past five years?

[bv2] Classification of Occupations 2010 / ISCO-08: Respondent's spouse/partner (open-ended, categorised)

[k17] What is your spouse's/partner's economic activity and occupational status?

[k18] Does your spouse/partner supervise other employees?

[k18b] Does your spouse/partner supervise other employees? Yes, number of employees they supervise

[k19] Has your spouse/partner been unemployed during the past five years?

[k20] Has your spouse/partner been temporarily laid off during the past five years?

[bv3] Classification of Occupations 2010 / ISCO-08: Respondent's father (open-ended, categorised)

[bv4] Classification of Occupations 2010 / ISCO-08: Respondent's mother (open-ended, categorised)

[k23a] How would you describe your current situation in life regarding the following: Financial situation

[k23b] How would you describe your current situation in life regarding the following: Occupational and social status

[k23c] How would you describe your current situation in life regarding the following: Education, skills and know-how

[k23d] How would you describe your current situation in life regarding the following: Possibilities to spend money/consume

[k23e] How would you describe your current situation in life regarding the following: General well-being

[k24a] Compared to five years ago, would you say your current situation in life is better or worse regarding the following: Financial situation

[k24b] Compared to five years ago, would you say your current situation in life is better or worse regarding the following: Occupational and social status

[k24c] Compared to five years ago, would you say your current situation in life is better or worse regarding the following: Education, skills and know-how

[k24d] Compared to five years ago, would you say your current situation in life is better or worse regarding the following: Possibilities to spend money/consume

[k24e] Compared to five years ago, would you say your current situation in life is better or worse regarding the following: General well-being

[k25a] Do you expect your situation in life to be better or worse five years from now regarding the following: Financial situation

[k25b] Do you expect your situation in life to be better or worse five years from now regarding the following: Occupational and social status

[k25c] Do you expect your situation in life to be better or worse five years from now regarding the following: Education, skills and know-how

[k25d] Do you expect your situation in life to be better or worse five years from now regarding the following: Possibilities to spend money/consume

[k25e] Do you expect your situation in life to be better or worse five years from now regarding the following: General well-being

[k26a] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Food

[k26b] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Housing

[k26c] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Health care

[k26d] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Clothes

[k26e] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Telecommunications (e.g. mobile phone, Internet)

[k26f] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Interior design/decorations

[k26g] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Children's items, toys etc.

[k26h] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Household services (e.g. household or child care, cleaning)

[k26i] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Transportation (e.g. commutes, car use)

[k26j] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Movies, videos and audio

[k26k] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Books and magazines

[k26l] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Consumer electronics and household appliances

[k26m] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Travelling during leisure time

[k26n] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Alcohol

[k26o] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Amusement and socialising

[k26p] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Sports/exercise

[k26q] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Studying

[k26r] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Culture

[k26s] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Personal care

[k26t] Think about your consumption. Compared to an average consumer, how much do you think you spend on: Indulging yourself

[k27a] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I took on extra work

[k27b] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I reduced my daily expenses

[k27c] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I avoided taking loans

[k27d] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I borrowed money from friends

[k27e] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I used consumer credit (e.g. a credit or charge card)

[k27f] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I took a supplementary loan from a bank

[k27g] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I reduced all my expenses and tried to live simply

[k27h] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I tried my luck in gambling and lotteries

[k27i] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I strived for self-sufficiency in my household

[k27j] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I tried to use shopping offers to my advantage

[k27k] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I sold things, items and furniture etc. that I owned

[k27l] Which of the following have you done to make ends meet when your income did not cover your expenses? I sold some other property

[k28a] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Work

[k28b] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Leisure time

[k28c] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Home or children

[k28d] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Couple relationship

[k28e] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Watching TV

[k28f] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Sports

[k28g] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Reading

[k28h] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Listening to music

[k28i] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Holiday trip once every six months

[k28j] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Cultural services (theatre, conserts etc.)

[k28k] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Eating out regularly

[k28l] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Well-functioning friendships and social relationships

[k28m] Which of the following do you feel are essential for you: Living an irreproachable life

[k29a] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Daily newspaper

[k29b] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Television

[k29c] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Mobile phone

[k29d] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Landline telephone

[k29e] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Car

[k29f] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: A second car

[k29g] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: DVD player

[k29h] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Computer at home

[k29i] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Internet at home (wireless broadband, modem/dial-up connection)

[k29j] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Game console (e.g. Playstation, XBOX)

[k29k] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: MP3 player (e.g. iPod)

[k29l] Which of the following consumer goods do you feel are necessary for your everyday activities: Digital camera

[k30a] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would go on more holiday trips

[k30b] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would use more cultural services (e.g. theatre, opera)

[k30c] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would donate (charity, fundraising)

[k30d] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would support people close to me

[k30e] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would buy art or antiques

[k30f] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would move to a different house/apartment

[k30g] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would decorate my home

[k30h] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would renovate my home

[k30i] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would change my car more often

[k30j] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would invest in shares/funds etc.

[k30k] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would apply for more credit cards, charge cards etc.

[k30l] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would spend more time shopping

[k30m] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would buy more new clothes

[k30n] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would save money

[k30o] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would indulge/treat myself

[k30p] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would take care of my health

[k30q] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would buy a luxury item I have dreamed of

[k30r] Which of the following would you do if you could afford it: I would fulfill a dream I have

[k31_1] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I do not care about fashion at all

[k31_2] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? What other people think about me is important to me

[k31_3] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I take good care of my appearance

[k31_4] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I'm concerned about the impact my consumption has on the environment

[k31_5] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I value quality over price when making purchases

[k31_6] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? In my opinion, younger generations consume irresponsibly

[k31_7] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I want to enjoy my consumption

[k31_8] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I often go out to eat

[k31_9] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Being beautiful or good-looking helps you succeed better in life

[k31_10] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I often visit restaurants that serve alcohol (e.g. bars, pubs)

[k31_11] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? It would alleviate most of my problems if my household had more money to spend

[k31_12] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? In my opinion, so-called 'high culture' is snobbish

[k31_13] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Everone should save money for a rainy day

[k31_14] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I often browse around shops or shopping centres with my family, spouse/partner or friends

[k31_15] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? In my opinion, it is the citizens' duty to increase their consumption when the economy is strong

[k31_16] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I often buy from flea markets/thrift stores

[k31_17] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I feel that I cannot spend money on the things I want to buy, because I need to compromise my needs for the good of my family

[k31_18] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? There is an excess of material goods in the world and life centres too much on consumption

[k31_19] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I enjoy drinking wine with a meal

[k31_20] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I feel I live frugally

[k31_21] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I often read fashion and/or interior design magazines

[k31_22] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I consciously make environmentally friendly choices in my consumption

[k31_23] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I often make impulse purchases

[k31_24] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I enjoy listening to classical music

[k31_25] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? In my opinion, a person should live in a way that leaves their children with a proper inheritance

[k31_26] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I often buy things on sale

[k31_27] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? In my opinion, plastic surgery is an acceptable way of improving your appearance

[k31_28] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I'm concerned about the origins and health risks of food being sold to consumers

[k31_29] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Taking a student loan is a good way to finance studies

[k31_30] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Being discerning when taking a loan makes raising your living standard possible

[k31_31] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? I fund my purchases by saving money beforehand

[k31_32] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? Taking a loan should be avoided

[k31_33] To what extent do you agree or disagree with the following statements? You can achieve a high living standard by working hard

[k32a] Imagine that you need a fairly big loan: Before making a decision I have to resolve whether taking a loan is right or wrong according to a principle that is important to me.

[k32b] Imagine that you need a fairly big loan: It is impossible to assess what impacts the choices I make may have far into the future.

[k32c] Imagine that you need a fairly big loan: When making decisions on a loan, an expert or some other third party often gives the right advice.

[k32d] Imagine that you need a fairly big loan: I can make my decision based on information I have acquired.

[k32e] Imagine that you need a fairly big loan: When making the decision I somehow prepare myself for the eventuality that I made a wrong choice after all.

[k33a] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your family (e.g. moving): Before making the decision I have to resolve whether it is right or wrong according to a principle that is important to me.

[k33b] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your family (e.g. moving): It is impossible to assess what impacts big decisions regarding family life may have in the future.

[k33c] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your family (e.g. moving): When making a decision regarding family, an expert or some other third party often gives the right advice.

[k33d] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your family (e.g. moving): I can act according to my prior knowledge when it comes to making decisions regarding family.

[k33e] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your family (e.g. moving): When making the decision I somehow prepare myself for the eventuality that I made a wrong choice after all.

[k34a] Imagine that you need to make a big decision in your work regarding an important work task: Before making the decision I have to resolve whether it is right or wrong according to a principle that is important to me.

[k34b] Imagine that you need to make a big decision in your work regarding an important work task: It is impossible to assess what impacts important decisions regarding work may have in the future.

[k34c] Imagine that you need to make a big decision in your work regarding an important work task: I can often trust what an expert or some other third party recommends as the best option regarding the decision.

[k34d] Imagine that you need to make a big decision in your work regarding an important work task: I can make the decision according to my prior knowledge.

[k34e] Imagine that you need to make a big decision in your work regarding an important work task: When making the decision I somehow prepare myself for the eventuality that I made a wrong choice after all.

[k35a] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your relationship: Before making the decision I have to resolve whether it is right or wrong according to a principle that is important to me

[k35b] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your relationship: It is impossible to assess what impacts big decisions regarding relationship may have in the future.

[k35c] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your relationship: When making a decision regarding your relationship, an expert or some other third party often gives the right advice.

[k35d] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your relationship: I can make the decision according to my prior knowledge.

[k35e] Imagine that you need to make a big decision regarding your relationship: When making the decision I somehow prepare myself for the eventuality that I made a wrong choice after all.

[k36a] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Your family

[k36b] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Your circle of friends

[k36c] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Your school/work community

[k36d] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Your residential community (e.g. neighbourhood)

[k36e] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: An Internet or online community (e.g. Facebook)

[k36f] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Your district/part of town or village

[k36g] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Your city or municipality

[k36h] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Your parish or religious community

[k36i] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Your hobby community or other leisure activity association

[k36j] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: Finnish society

[k36k] How closely do you feel you belong to the following: The European Union

[k37] Which of the following labels best characterises your generation (choose only one)?

[k38] Which social class would you say you belong to (choose only one)?

[k39] Which party do you feel is the most important to you? (choose only one)

[k40a] How important are the following for you: Self-respect

[k40b] How important are the following for you: Interesting life

[k40c] How important are the following for you: National security

[k40d] How important are the following for you: Love

[k40e] How important are the following for you: World peace

[k40f] How important are the following for you: Material well-being

[k40g] How important are the following for you: Comfortable life

[k40h] How important are the following for you: Good looks

[k40i] How important are the following for you: Economic equality

[k40j] How important are the following for you: Other equality

[k40k] How important are the following for you: The feeling of having accomplished something permanent

[k40l] How important are the following for you: Freedom

[k40m] How important are the following for you: Independence

[k40n] How important are the following for you: Health

[k40o] How important are the following for you: Work

[k40p] How important are the following for you: Leisure time

[k41a] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: Your own life

[k41b] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: Family

[k41c] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: Your personal relationships

[k41d] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: Your residential area

[k41e] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: Your city/municipality centre

[k41f] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: Finnish society

[k41g] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: European integration

[k41h] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: Internationalisation

[k41i] How safe and secure do you feel the following are: Situation in the world

[k42a] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Constructing new nuclear power plants

[k42b] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Drug trafficking

[k42c] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Eastern crime

[k42d] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Immigration and migration

[k42e] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Unemployment

[k42f] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Not voting in elections

[k42g] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Leniency in the punishments given to criminals

[k42h] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Violence on television and in other entertainment

[k42i] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Pornography

[k42j] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Prostitution

[k42k] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Infectious diseases and spread of illnesses

[k42l] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: An increase in problems related to lifestyle (e.g. obesity)

[k42m] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Changing values and attitudes

[k42n] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Gene technology

[k42o] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Environmental problems

[k42p] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Emphasizing the importance of physical appearance

[k42q] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Looming pension crisis and aging population

[k42r] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Internationalisation

[k42s] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Terrorism

[k42t] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Worldwide population growth

[k42u] To what extent do you feel the following are sources of risk or uncertainty in society: Commercialisation of everyday life

[k43a] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Unemployment

[k43b] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Fixed-term job contracts

[k43c] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Investments in shares

[k43d] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Taking a loan

[k43e] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Securing loans

[k43f] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Consumer credit

[k43g] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Bank saving

[k43h] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Overspending

[k43i] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Gambling

[k43j] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Impulse purchases

[k43k] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Travelling

[k43l] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Speeding while driving a car

[k43m] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Flying

[k43n] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Medication

[k43o] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Alcohol

[k43p] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Drugs

[k43q] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Going outside in the evening

[k43r] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Talking to strangers

[k43s] To what extent do you feel the following involves risks from your point of view: Casual sex

[k44] What is your personal total net monthly income (take into account all income, including wages, pensions and social security benefits, after taxes)? (euros/month)

[k45] And what is the total net monthly income of your household (take into account all income, including wages, pensions and social security benefits, after taxes)? (euros/month)

[k46] Household's total amount of mortgage (euros)

[k47] Household's total amount of student loan (euros)

[k48] Household's total amount of car loan (euros)

[k49] Household's total amount of some other loan (eauros)

[k50] I have consumer credit or instant loans

[k51] Other members of my household have consumer credit or instant loans

[k52] Considering your income and loan payments, do you feel you are over-indebted?

[k53] Have you had a payment default entry?

[k54] Has a member of your household had a payment default entry?

[paino] Analysis weight

[bv5] Erikson-Goldthorpe categorisation (EGP): Respondent

[bv6] Erikson-Goldthorpe categorisation (EGP): Spouse/partner

[bv7] Erikson-Goldthorpe categorisation (EGP): Father

[bv8] Erikson-Goldthorpe categorisation (EGP): Mother

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