Romantic Relationship and “Yuan”: A Preliminary Study of Chinese in Hong Kong |
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| Authors: | Ling Chen |
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| Institution: | 1. Department of Communication Studies , Hong Kong Baptist University , China chling@hkbu.edu.hk |
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| Abstract: | This study investigated how the traditional Chinese concept of “yuan” influences perceptions of romantic relationships. A small-scale survey of young people in Hong Kong indicated that the belief in yuan was prevalent among respondents. In addition, a significant, positive correlation was observed between participants' belief in yuan and relationship satisfaction. However, romantic love was a better predictor of satisfaction and commitment than was the belief in yuan. |
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| Keywords: | Chinese Relationship Quality Romantic Relationship Yuan |
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