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6 |
6S |
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Attitudes about Marriage (reference) |
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1 | married people are happier than those who aren't married | X | X | X | X | ||||
2 | it's alright for a couple to live together without planning to get married | X | X | X | X | ||||
3 | there are few good or happy marriages these days | X | X | X | X | ||||
4 | young people should not have sex before marriage | X | X | X | X | ||||
5 | when there are children in the family, parents should stay together even if they don't get along | X | X | X | X | ||||
6 | divorce is the best solution when a couple can't work out problems | X | X | X | X | ||||
7 | a young couple should not live together unless they are married | X | X | X | X | ||||
8 | it's better for a couple to get married than to be single | X | X | X | X | ||||
9 | premarital sex is alright for a couple planning to get married | X | X | X | X | ||||
10 | there are more advantages to being single than to being married | X | X | X | X | ||||
Romantic Relationship Style (RQ)(reference) |
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11 | It is easy for me to become emotionally close to others. I am comfortable depending on them and having them depend on me. I don't worry about being alone or having others not accept me | X | X | ||||||
12 | I am uncomfortable getting close to others. I want emotionally close relationships, but I find it difficult to trust others completely or to depend on them. I worry that I will be hurt if I allow myself to become too close to others. | X | X | ||||||
13 | I want to be completely emotionally close to others, but I often find that others are reluctant to get as close as I would like. I am uncomfortable being without close relationships, but I sometimes worry that others don’t value me as much as I value them. | X | X | ||||||
14 | I am comfortable without close emotional relationships. It is very important to me to feel independent and self sufficient, and I prefer not to depend on others or have them depend on me. | X | X | ||||||
Romantic Relationship Status |
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15 | currently married | X | X | X | X | X | |||
16 | currently have a partner for at least one month | X | X | X | X | X | |||
17 | involved with a partner of at least one month in the past year | X | X | X | X | X | |||
18 | age at first date | X | |||||||
19 | age first went steady | X | |||||||
20 | age of first intercourse experience | X | |||||||
21 | number of partners ever had intercourse with | X | |||||||
22 | number of partners had intercourse with in past year | X | X | X | X | ||||
23 | is the subject married | X | X | X | X | X | |||
24 | do you think you will marry this person | X | X | X | X | X | |||
25 | dating anyone you plan to marry | X | |||||||
Romantic Relationship Quality (reference) |
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26 | support each other during difficult times | X | |||||||
27 | easy to express our opinions to each other | X | |||||||
28 | our relationship is very stable | X | |||||||
29 | discuss problems and feel good about the solutions | X | |||||||
30 | partner treats me with respect and adoration | X | |||||||
31 | partner is honest and truthful with me | X | |||||||
32 | I can trust my partner completely | X | |||||||
33 | feel really close to each other | X | |||||||
34 | I can count on my partner to help me | X | |||||||
35 | partner makes me feel loved | X | |||||||
Relationship Satisfaction |
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36 | satisfaction with the amount of understanding you receive | X | X | X | X | ||||
37 | satisfaction with the amount of love and affection you receive | X | X | X | X | ||||
38 | satisfaction with the extent to which you and your partner/spouse agree about things | X | X | X | X | ||||
39 | if relationship is also a sexual relationship, how satisfied are you with it | X | X | X | X | ||||
40 | satisfaction with partner as someone to do things with | X | X | X | X | ||||
41 | satisfaction with partner's faithfulness to you | X | X | X | X | ||||
42 | how would you describe your relationship | X | X | X | X | ||||
43 | compared with other relationships, is yours better than most, about the same as most, or not as good as most | X | X | X | X | ||||
44 | if you are in the same relationship as last year, is your relationship getting better, about the same, or getting worse | X | X | X | X | ||||
Problems in Romantic Relationship |
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45 | problem in relationship because one gets easily angered | X | X | X | X | ||||
46 | problem in relationship because one has feelings that are easily hurt | X | X | X | X | ||||
47 | problem in relationship because one is jealous | X | X | X | X | ||||
48 | problem in relationship because one is domineering | X | X | X | X | ||||
49 | problem in relationship because one is moody | X | X | X | X | ||||
50 | problem in relationship because one won't talk to the other | X | X | X | X | ||||
51 | problem in relationship because one has become less interested in sex | X | X | X | X | ||||
52 | problem in relationship because one has had a sexual relationship with someone else | X | X | X | X | ||||
53 | problem in relationship because one has irritating habits | X | X | X | X | ||||
54 | problem in relationship because one is not home enough | X | X | X | X | ||||
55 | problem in relationship because one spends money foolishly | X | X | X | X | ||||
56 | problem in relationship because one drinks or uses drugs | X | X | X | X | ||||
57 | problem in relationship because one has been in trouble with the law | X | X | X | X | ||||
58 | thought your relationship might be in trouble | X | X | X | X | ||||
59 | talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship | X | X | X | X | ||||
60 | thought about breaking up | X | X | X | X | ||||
61 | partner thought your relationship might be in trouble | X | X | X | X | ||||
62 | partner talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship | X | X | X | X | ||||
63 | partner thought about breaking up | X | X | X | X | ||||
64 | you or your partner suggested the idea of breaking up | X | X | X | X | ||||
65 | satisfaction with romantic relationship | X | X | X | X | X | |||
Partner Disagreements/Partner Violence (reference) |
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66 | sulked or refused to talk about an issue with partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
67 | cursed or sworn at a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
68 | damaged house or item due to anger over a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
69 | made threats to leave a relationship | X | X | X | X | ||||
70 | insulted or shamed a partner in front of others | X | X | X | X | ||||
71 | physically twisted a partner's arm | X | X | X | X | ||||
72 | pushed, grabbed, or shoved a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
73 | slapped a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
74 | shaken a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
75 | thrown object that could hurt a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
76 | kicked, bitten, or hit a partner with a fist | X | X | X | X | ||||
77 | hit or tried to hit a partner with something | X | X | X | X | ||||
78 | thrown or tried to throw a partner bodily | X | X | X | X | ||||
79 | beaten up a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
80 | choked or strangled a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
81 | physically forced sex on a partner | X | X | X | X | ||||
82 | threatened a partner with a knife or gun | X | X | X | X | ||||
83 | partner sulked or refused to talk about an issue | X | X | X | X | ||||
84 | partner cursed or sworn at you | X | X | X | X | ||||
85 | partner damaged house or item due to anger over you | X | X | X | X | ||||
86 | partner made threats to leave a relationship | X | X | X | X | ||||
87 | partner insulted or shamed you in front of others | X | X | X | X | ||||
88 | partner physically twisted your arm | X | X | X | X | ||||
89 | partner pushed, grabbed, or shoved you | X | X | X | X | ||||
90 | partner slapped you | X | X | X | X | ||||
91 | partner shook you | X | X | X | X | ||||
92 | partner threw an object that could hurt you | X | X | X | X | ||||
93 | partner kicked, bit, or hit you with a fist | X | X | X | X | ||||
94 | partner hit or tried to hit you with something | X | X | X | X | ||||
95 | partner threw or tried to throw you bodily | X | X | X | X | ||||
96 | partner beat you up | X | X | X | X | ||||
97 | partner choked or strangled you | X | X | X | X | ||||
98 | partner physically forced sex on you | X | X | X | X | ||||
99 | partner threatened you with a knife or gun | X | X | X | X | ||||
Miscellaneous |
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100 | changes in marital status or living with unmarried partners since last interview | X | |||||||
101 | type of changes in marital status or living with unmarried partners since last interview | X | |||||||
102 | relationship problems caused by problem's with each others (partner's) parents | X | X | ||||||
103 | degree of relationship problems caused by problems with each other's parents |
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104 | amount of stress relationship problem caused by problems with each other's parents caused | X | X | ||||||
105 | relationship problems caused by problem's with each others (partner's) siblings | X | X | ||||||
106 | degree of relationship problems caused by problems with each other's siblings | X | X | ||||||
107 | is relationship current | X | X | ||||||
108 | who broke off relationship | X | X | ||||||
109 | why relationship ended | X | X |
Romantic Relationships: NNSD 1 |
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Attitudes about Marriage |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
MARATT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | married people are happier than those who aren't married |
MARATT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | it's alright for a couple to live together without planning to get married |
MARATT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | there are few good or happy marriages these days |
MARATT4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | young people should not have sex before marriage |
MARATT5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | when there are children in the family, parents should stay together even if they don't get along |
MARATT6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | divorce is the best solution when a couple can't work out problems |
MARATT7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | a young couple should not live together unless they are married |
MARATT8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | it's better for a couple to get married than to be single |
MARATT9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | premarital sex is alright for a couple planning to get married |
MARATT10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | there are more advantages to being single than to being married |
Romantic Relationship Style |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RQA | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all like me, 2, 3, 4=neutral, 5, 6, 7=very much like me | 1 to 7 | It is easy for me to become emotionally close to others. I am comfortable depending on them and having them depend on me. I don't worry about being alone or having others not accept me |
RQB | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all like me, 2, 3, 4=neutral, 5, 6, 7=very much like me | 1 to 7 | I am uncomfortable getting close to others. I want emotionally close relationships, but I find it difficult to trust others completely or to depend on them. I worry that I will be hurt if I allow myself to become too close to others. |
RQC | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all like me, 2, 3, 4=neutral, 5, 6, 7=very much like me | 1 to 7 | I want to be completely emotionally close to others, but I often find that others are reluctant to get as close as I would like. I am uncomfortable being without close relationships, but I sometimes worry that others don’t value me as much as I value them. |
RQD | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all like me, 2, 3, 4=neutral, 5, 6, 7=very much like me | 1 to 7 | I am comfortable without close emotional relationships. It is very important to me to feel independent and self sufficient, and I prefer not to depend on others or have them depend on me. |
Romantic Relationship Status |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RSTAT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently married |
RSTAT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently have a partner for at least one month |
RSTAT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | involved with a partner of at least one month in the past year |
RQUAL1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | support each other during difficult times |
RQUAL2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | easy to express our opinions to each other |
RQUAL3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | our relationship is very stable |
RQUAL4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | discuss problems and feel good about the solutions |
RQUAL5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | partner treats me with respect and adoration |
RQUAL6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | partner is honest and truthful with me |
RQUAL7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | I can trust my partner completely |
RQUAL8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | feel really close to each other |
RQUAL9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | I can count on my partner to help me |
RQUAL10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=rarely, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | partner makes me feel loved |
SEXBEH1 | NUM STR | 2 | 00=never went on a date, 01=1 yr old, 02=2yrs old, …99=99yrs old | 00 to 99 | age at first date |
SEXBEH2 | NUM STR | 2 | 00=never went steady, 01=1 yr old, 02=2yrs old, …99=99yrs old | 00 to 99 | age first went steady |
MARRIED | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | married |
SEXBEH3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 2 or 2 | dating anyone you plan to marry |
SEXBEH4 | NUM STR | 2 | 00=never had intercourse, 01=1 yr old, 02=2yrs old, …99=99yrs old | 00 to 99 | age of first intercourse experience |
SEXBEH5 | NUM STR | 3 | 000=0, 001=1, …999=999 | 000 to 999 | number of partners ever had intercourse with |
Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
PVA 1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | sulked or refused to talk about an issue with partner |
PVA 2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | cursed or sworn at a partner |
PVA 3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | damaged house or item due to anger over a partner |
PVA 4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | made threats to leave a relationship |
PVA 5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | insulted or shamed a partner in front of others |
PVA 6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | physically twisted a partner's arm |
PVA 7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | pushed, grabbed, or shoved a partner |
PVA 8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | slapped a partner |
PVA 9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | shaken a partner |
PVA 10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thrown object that could hurt a partner |
PVA 11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | kicked, bitten, or hit a partner with a fist |
PVA 12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | hit or tried to hit a partner with something |
PVA 13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thrown or tried to throw a partner bodily |
PVA 14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | beaten up a partner |
PVA 15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | choked or strangled a partner |
PVA 16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | physically forced sex on a partner |
PVA 17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | threatened a partner with a knife or gun |
PVB1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner sulked or refused to talk about an issue |
PVB2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner cursed or sworn at you |
PVB3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner damaged house or item due to anger over you |
PVB4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner made threats to leave a relationship |
PVB5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner insulted or shamed you in front of others |
PVB6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner physically twisted your arm |
PVB7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner pushed, grabbed, or shoved you |
PVB8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner slapped you |
PVB9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner shook you |
PVB10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threw an object that could hurt you |
PVB11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner kicked, bit, or hit you with a fist |
PVB12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner hit or tried to hit you with something |
PVB13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threw or tried to throw you bodily |
PVB14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner beat you up |
PVB15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner choked or strangled you |
PVB16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner physically forced sex on you |
PVB17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threatened you with a knife or gun |
Romantic Relationships: NNSD2 |
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Attitudes about Marriage |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
MARATT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | married people are happier than those who aren't married |
MARATT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | it's alright for a couple to live together without planning to get married |
MARATT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | there are few good or happy marriages these days |
MARATT4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | young people should not have sex before marriage |
MARATT5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | when there are children in the family, parents should stay together even if they don't get along |
MARATT6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | divorce is the best solution when a couple can't work out problems |
MARATT7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | a young couple should not live together unless they are married |
MARATT8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | it's better for a couple to get married than to be single |
MARATT9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | premarital sex is alright for a couple planning to get married |
MARATT10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | there are more advantages to being single than to being married |
Relationship Status |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RSTAT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently married |
RSTAT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently have a partner for at least one month |
RSTAT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | involved with a partner for at least one month in the past year |
RQUAL1A | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with romantic relationship |
SEXBEH5 | NUM STR | 2 | 00=0, 01=1, …99=99 | 000 to 999 | number of partners had intercourse with in past year |
Disagreements in Romantic Relationships |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
PVA 1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | sulked or refused to talk about an issue with partner |
PVA 2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | cursed or sworn at a partner |
PVA 3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | damaged house or item due to anger over a partner |
PVA 4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | made threats to leave a relationship |
PVA 5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | insulted or shamed a partner in front of others |
PVA 6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | physically twisted a partner's arm |
PVA 7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | pushed, grabbed, or shoved a partner |
PVA 8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | slapped a partner |
PVA 9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | shaken a partner |
PVA 10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thrown object that could hurt a partner |
PVA 11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | kicked, bitten, or hit a partner with a fist |
PVA 12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | hit or tried to hit a partner with something |
PVA 13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thrown or tried to throw a partner bodily |
PVA 14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | beaten up a partner |
PVA 15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | choked or strangled a partner |
PVA 16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | physically forced sex on a partner |
PVA 17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | threatened a partner with a knife or gun |
PVB1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner sulked or refused to talk about an issue |
PVB2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner cursed or sworn at you |
PVB3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner damaged house or item due to anger over you |
PVB4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner made threats to leave a relationship |
PVB5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner insulted or shamed you in front of others |
PVB6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner physically twisted your arm |
PVB7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner pushed, grabbed, or shoved you |
PVB8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner slapped you |
PVB9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner shook you |
PVB10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threw an object that could hurt you |
PVB11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner kicked, bit, or hit you with a fist |
PVB12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner hit or tried to hit you with something |
PVB13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threw or tried to throw you bodily |
PVB14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner beat you up |
PVB15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner choked or strangled you |
PVB16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner physically forced sex on you |
PVB17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threatened you with a knife or gun |
Romantic Relationships: NNSD3 |
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Attitudes toward Marriage |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
MARATT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | married people are happier than those who aren't married |
MARATT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | it's alright for a couple to live together without planning to get married |
MARATT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | there are few good or happy marriages these days |
MARATT4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | young people should not have sex before marriage |
MARATT5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | when there are children in the family, parents should stay together even if they don't get along |
MARATT6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | divorce is the best solution when a couple can't work out problems |
MARATT7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | a young couple should not live together unless they are married |
MARATT8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | it's better for a couple to get married than to be single |
MARATT9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | premarital sex is alright for a couple planning to get married |
MARATT10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | there are more advantages to being single than to being married |
Relationship Status |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RSTAT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently married |
RSTAT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently have a partner for at least one month |
RSTAT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | involved with a partner for at least one month in the past year |
RHAPP1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the amount of understanding you receive |
RHAPP2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the amount of love and affection you receive |
RHAPP3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the extent to which you and your partner/spouse agree about things |
RHAPP4 | NUM STR | 1, 2 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied, -99=not applicable (not a sexual relationship) | 1 to 4, -99 | if relationship is also a sexual relationship, how satisfied are you with it |
RHAPP5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with partner as someone to do things with |
RHAPP6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with partner's faithfulness to you |
RHAPP7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=happy, 2=pretty happy, 3=not too happy | 1 to 3 | how would you describe your relationship |
RHAPP8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=better than most, 2= about the same as most, 3=not as good as most | 1 to 3 | compared with other relationships, is yours better than most, about the same as most, or not as good as most |
RHAPP9 | NUM STR | 1, 2 | 1=getting better, 2=about the same, 3=getting worse, -99=not applicable | 1 to 3, -99 | if you are in the same relationship as last year, is your relationship getting better, about the same, or getting worse |
RHAPP10T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | is the subject married |
RHAPP10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | do you think you will marry this person |
Problems in Relationship |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RPROB1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one gets easily angered |
RPROB2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has feelings that are easily hurt |
RPROB3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is jealous |
RPROB4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is domineering |
RPROB5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is moody |
RPROB6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one won't talk to the other |
RPROB7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has become less interested in sex |
RPROB8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has had a sexual relationship with someone else |
RPROB9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has irritating habits |
RPROB10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is not home enough |
RPROB11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one spends money foolishly |
RPROB12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one drinks or uses drugs |
RPROB13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has been in trouble with the law |
RINST1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thought your relationship might be in trouble |
RINST2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship |
RINST3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thought about breaking up |
RINST4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner thought your relationship might be in trouble |
RINST5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship |
RINST6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner thought about breaking up |
RINST7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | you or your partner suggested the idea of breaking up |
RQUAL1A | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with romantic relationship |
SEXBEH5 | NUM STR | 2 | 00=0, 01=1, …99=99 | 00 to 99 | number of partners had intercourse with in past year |
Disagreements in Romantic Relationships |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
PVA 1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | sulked or refused to talk about an issue with partner |
PVA 2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | cursed or sworn at a partner |
PVA 3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | damaged house or item due to anger over a partner |
PVA 4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | made threats to leave a relationship |
PVA 5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | insulted or shamed a partner in front of others |
PVA 6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | physically twisted a partner's arm |
PVA 7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | pushed, grabbed, or shoved a partner |
PVA 8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | slapped a partner |
PVA 9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | shaken a partner |
PVA 10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thrown object that could hurt a partner |
PVA 11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | kicked, bitten, or hit a partner with a fist |
PVA 12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | hit or tried to hit a partner with something |
PVA 13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thrown or tried to throw a partner bodily |
PVA 14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | beaten up a partner |
PVA 15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | choked or strangled a partner |
PVA 16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | physically forced sex on a partner |
PVA 17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | threatened a partner with a knife or gun |
PVB1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner sulked or refused to talk about an issue |
PVB2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner cursed or sworn at you |
PVB3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner damaged house or item due to anger over you |
PVB4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner made threats to leave a relationship |
PVB5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner insulted or shamed you in front of others |
PVB6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner physically twisted your arm |
PVB7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner pushed, grabbed, or shoved you |
PVB8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner slapped you |
PVB9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner shook you |
PVB10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threw an object that could hurt you |
PVB11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner kicked, bit, or hit you with a fist |
PVB12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner hit or tried to hit you with something |
PVB13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threw or tried to throw you bodily |
PVB14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner beat you up |
PVB15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner choked or strangled you |
PVB16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner physically forced sex on you |
PVB17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threatened you with a knife or gun |
Romantic Relationships: NNSD4 |
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DEMO7A | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | changes in marital status or living with unmarried partners since last interview |
DEMO7B | NUM STR | 1 | 1=started living with a partner, 2=stopped living with a partner, 3=got married, 4=got divorced, 5=other (describe) | 1 to 5 | type of changes in marital status or living with unmarried partners since last interview |
Romantic Relationships: NNSD4PAR |
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Attitudes about Marriage |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
MARATT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | married people are happier than those who aren't married |
MARATT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | it's alright for a couple to live together without planning to get married |
MARATT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | there are few good or happy marriages these days |
MARATT4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | young people should not have sex before marriage |
MARATT5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | when there are children in the family, parents should stay together even if they don't get along |
MARATT6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | divorce is the best solution when a couple can't work out problems |
MARATT7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | a young couple should not live together unless they are married |
MARATT8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | it's better for a couple to get married than to be single |
MARATT9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | premarital sex is alright for a couple planning to get married |
MARATT10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=strongly agree, 2=somewhat agree, 3=somewhat disagree, 4=strongly disagree | 1 to 4 | there are more advantages to being single than to being married |
Romantic
Relationship Style |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RQA | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all like me, 2, 3, 4=neutral, 5, 6, 7=very much like me | 1 to 7 | It is easy for me to become emotionally close to others. I am comfortable depending on them and having them depend on me. I don't worry about being alone or having others not accept me. |
RQB | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all like me, 2, 3, 4=neutral, 5, 6, 7=very much like me | 1 to 7 | I am uncomfortable getting close to others. I want emotionally close relationships, but I find it difficult to trust others completely or to depend on them. I worry that I will be hurt if I allow myself to become too close to others. |
RQC | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all like me, 2, 3, 4=neutral, 5, 6, 7=very much like me | 1 to 7 | I want to be completely emotionally close to others, but I often find that others are reluctant to get as close as I would like. I am uncomfortable being without close relationships, but I sometimes worry that others don’t value me as much as I value them. |
RQD | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all like me, 2, 3, 4=neutral, 5, 6, 7=very much like me | 1 to 7 | I am comfortable without close emotional relationships. It is very important to me to feel independent and self sufficient, and I prefer not to depend on others or have them depend on me. |
Romantic Relationships: NNSD5 |
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Relationship Status |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RSTAT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently married |
RSTAT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently have a partner for at least one month |
RSTAT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | involved with a partner for at least one month in the past year |
RHAPP1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the amount of understanding you receive |
RHAPP2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the amount of love and affection you receive |
RHAPP3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the extent to which you and your partner/spouse agree about things |
RHAPP4 | NUM STR | 1, 2 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied, -99=not applicable (not a sexual relationship) | 1 to 4, -99 | if relationship is also a sexual relationship, how satisfied are you with it |
RHAPP5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with partner as someone to do things with |
RHAPP6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with partner's faithfulness to you |
RHAPP7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=happy, 2=pretty happy, 3=not too happy | 1 to 3 | how would you describe your relationship |
RHAPP8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=better than most, 2= about the same as most, 3=not as good as most | 1 to 3 | compared with other relationships, is yours better than most, about the same as most, or not as good as most |
RHAPP9 | NUM STR | 1, 2 | 1=getting better, 2=about the same, 3=getting worse, -99=not applicable | 1 to 3, -99 | if you are in the same relationship as last year, is your relationship getting better, about the same, or getting worse |
RHAPP10T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | is the subject married |
RHAPP10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | do you think you will marry this person |
Problems in Relationship |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RPROB1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one gets easily angered |
RPROB2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has feelings that are easily hurt |
RPROB3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is jealous |
RPROB4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is domineering |
RPROB5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is moody |
RPROB6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one won't talk to the other |
RPROB7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has become less interested in sex |
RPROB8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has had a sexual relationship with someone else |
RPROB9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has irritating habits |
RPROB10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is not home enough |
RPROB11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one spends money foolishly |
RPROB12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one drinks or uses drugs |
RPROB13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has been in trouble with the law |
RINST1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thought your relationship might be in trouble |
RINST2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship |
RINST3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thought about breaking up |
RINST4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner thought your relationship might be in trouble |
RINST5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship |
RINST6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner thought about breaking up |
RINST7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | you or your partner suggested the idea of breaking up |
RQUAL1A | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with romantic relationship |
SEXBEH5 | NUM STR | 2 | 00=0, 01=1, …99=99 | 00 to 99 | number of partners had intercourse with in past year |
Disagreements
in Romantic Relationships |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
PVA1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | sulked or refused to talk about an issue with partner |
PVA2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | cursed or sworn at a partner |
PVA3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | damaged house or item due to anger over a partner |
PVA4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | made threats to leave a relationship |
PVA5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | insulted or shamed a partner in front of others |
PVA6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | physically twisted a partner's arm |
PVA7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | pushed, grabbed, or shoved a partner |
PVA8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | slapped a partner |
PVA9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | shaken a partner |
PVA10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thrown object that could hurt a partner |
PVA11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | kicked, bitten, or hit a partner with a fist |
PVA12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | hit or tried to hit a partner with something |
PVA13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thrown or tried to throw a partner bodily |
PVA14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | beaten up a partner |
PVA15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | choked or strangled a partner |
PVA16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | physically forced sex on a partner |
PVA17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | threatened a partner with a knife or gun |
PVB1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner sulked or refused to talk about an issue |
PVB2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner cursed or sworn at you |
PVB3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner damaged house or item due to anger over you |
PVB4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner made threats to leave a relationship |
PVB5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner insulted or shamed you in front of others |
PVB6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner physically twisted your arm |
PVB7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner pushed, grabbed, or shoved you |
PVB8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner slapped you |
PVB9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner shook you |
PVB10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threw an object that could hurt you |
PVB11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner kicked, bit, or hit you with a fist |
PVB12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner hit or tried to hit you with something |
PVB13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threw or tried to throw you bodily |
PVB14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner beat you up |
PVB15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner choked or strangled you |
PVB16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner physically forced sex on you |
PVB17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | partner threatened you with a knife or gun |
Romantic Relationships: NNSD6 |
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Relationship Status/Satisfaction |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RSTAT1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently married |
RSTAT2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | currently have a partner for at least one month |
RSTAT3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | involved with a partner for at least one month in the past year |
RHAPP1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the amount of understanding you receive |
RHAPP2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the amount of love and affection you receive |
RHAPP3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the extent to which you and your partner/spouse agree about things |
RHAPP4 | NUM STR | 1, 2 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied, -99=not applicable (not a sexual relationship) | 1 to 4, -99 | if relationship is also a sexual relationship, how satisfied are you with it |
RHAPP5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with partner as someone to do things with |
RHAPP6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with partner's faithfulness to you |
RHAPP7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=happy, 2=pretty happy, 3=not too happy | 1 to 3 | how would you describe your relationship |
RHAPP8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=better than most, 2= about the same as most, 3=not as good as most | 1 to 3 | compared with other relationships, is yours better than most, about the same as most, or not as good as most |
RHAPP8T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | is relationship current |
RHAPP9 | NUM STR | 1, 2 | 1=getting better, 2=about the same, 3=getting worse, -99=not applicable | 1 to 3, -99 | if you are in the same relationship as last year, is your relationship getting better, about the same, or getting worse |
RHAPP10T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | is the subject married |
RHAPP10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | do you think you will marry this person |
Problems in Relationship |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RPROB1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one gets easily angered |
RPROB2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has feelings that are easily hurt |
RPROB3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is jealous |
RPROB4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is domineering |
RPROB5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is moody |
RPROB6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one won't talk to the other |
RPROB7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has become less interested in sex |
RPROB8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has had a sexual relationship with someone else |
RPROB9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has irritating habits |
RPROB10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is not home enough |
RPROB11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one spends money foolishly |
RPROB12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one drinks or uses drugs |
RPROB13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has been in trouble with the law |
RPROB13B | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | relationship problems caused by problems with each other's parents |
RPROB14 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not very much, 2=somewhat, 3=quite a bit, 4=a great deal | 1 to 4 | degree of relationship problem caused by problems with each other's parents |
RPROB15 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not very much, 2=somewhat, 3=quite a bit, 4=a great deal | 1 to 4 | amount of stress relationship problem caused by problems with each other's parents caused |
RPROB16T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | does subject have siblings |
RPROB16 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | relationship problems caused by problems with each other's siblings |
RPROB17 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not very much, 2=somewhat, 3=quite a bit, 4=a great deal | 1 to 4 | degree of relationship problems caused by problems with each other's siblings |
RINST1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thought your relationship might be in trouble |
RINST2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship |
RINST3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thought about breaking up |
RINST7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | you or your partner suggested the idea of breaking up |
RINST8T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | is relationship current |
ROMA10B | NUM STR | 1 | 1=clearly subject initiated, 2=more subject initiated than partner, 3=equal initiation by both subject and partner, 4=more partner initiated than subject, 5=clearly partner initiated | 1 to 5 | who broke off relationship |
ROMA10A | NUM STR/TEXT | 1 | 1=moved away/due to distance, 2=infidelity, 3=didn't get along/disagreements, 4=jealously/posessiveness/clinginess, 5=drifted apart/grew apart, 6=became friends instead, 7=didn't want to commit/didn't want a serious relationship, 8 =wanted to date another person, 9=other (specify) | 1 to 9 | why relationship ended |
RQUAL1A | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with romantic relationship |
Partner Status/Permission to Contact |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
PARTNR1T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not in a romantic relationship, 2=currently in a romantic relationship of at least one month duration, 3=married | 1 to 3 | subject's romantic relationship status |
PARTNR2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | permission to contact subject's partner |
PARTNR3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | was subject in romantice relationship last year that lasted at least one month |
PARTNR4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | did romantic relationship last at least one year |
PARTNR5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | permission to contact subject's partner |
PARTNR6T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | does subject have a biological child |
PARTNR6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | do you share parenting responsibilities with the person you had a child with |
PARTNR7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | permission to contact subject's partner |
PARTNR8T | TEXT | Y | tape record permission to contact partner, enter Y when done | ||
Romantic Relationships: NNSD6S |
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Relationship Status/ Satisfaction |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RHAPP1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the amount of understanding you receive |
RHAPP2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the amount of love and affection you receive |
RHAPP3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with the extent to which you and your partner/spouse agree about things |
RHAPP4 | NUM STR | 1, 2 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied, -99=not applicable (not a sexual relationship) | 1 to 4, -99 | if relationship is also a sexual relationship, how satisfied are you with it |
RHAPP5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with partner as someone to do things with |
RHAPP6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=satisfied, 2=somewhat satisfied, 3=somewhat dissatisfied, 4=dissatisfied | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with partner's faithfulness to you |
RHAPP7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=happy, 2=pretty happy, 3=not too happy | 1 to 3 | how would you describe your relationship |
RHAPP8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=better than most, 2= about the same as most, 3=not as good as most | 1 to 3 | compared with other relationships, is yours better than most, about the same as most, or not as good as most |
RHAPP8T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | is relationship current with CAP subject |
RHAPP9 | NUM STR | 1, 2 | 1=getting better, 2=about the same, 3=getting worse, -99=not applicable (not in same relationship as last year) | 1 to 3, -99 | is relationship getting better, about the same, or getting worse |
RHAPP10T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | is the subject married |
RHAPP10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | do you think you will marry this person |
Problems in Relationship |
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Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RPROB1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one gets easily angered |
RPROB2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has feelings that are easily hurt |
RPROB3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is jealous |
RPROB4 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is domineering |
RPROB5 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is moody |
RPROB6 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one won't talk to the other |
RPROB7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has become less interested in sex |
RPROB8 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has had a sexual relationship with someone else |
RPROB9 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has irritating habits |
RPROB10 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one is not home enough |
RPROB11 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one spends money foolishly |
RPROB12 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one drinks or uses drugs |
RPROB13 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | problem in relationship because one has been in trouble with the law |
Variable Name |
Type |
Digits in Code |
Formula |
Range |
Variable Label |
RINST1 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thought your relationship might be in trouble |
RINST2 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | talked with family, friends or others about problems in your relationship |
RINST3 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | thought about breaking up |
RINST7 | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | you or your partner suggested the idea of breaking up |
RINST8T | NUM STR | 1 | 1=yes, 2=no | 1 or 2 | is relationship current with CAP subject |
ROMA10B | NUM STR | 1 | 1=clearly subject initiated, 2=more subject initiated than partner, 3=equal initiation by both subject and partner, 4=more partner initiated than subject, 5=clearly partner initiated | 1 to 5 | who broke off relationship |
ROMA10A | NUM STR/TEXT | 1, 2 | 1=moved away/due to distance, 2=infidelity, 3=wanted to date another person, 4=didn't want to commit/didn't want a serious relationship, 5= financial problems, 6=child rearing differences, 7=one partner didn't want children/number of children, 8=jealously/posessiveness/clinginess, 9=became friends instead, 10=drug and/or alcohol problems, 11=other (specify) | 1 to 11 | why relationship ended |
RQUAL1A | NUM STR | 1 | 1=not at all, 2=not very much, 3=somewhat, 4=a lot | 1 to 4 | satisfaction with romantic relationship |