Research on Factors Influencing Fertility Intentions Among Young Women Aged 18-35

Hello! This survey is for a sociology course research project. It aims to understand the fertility intentions of young women aged 18-35 and the factors influencing them. The survey is anonymous, and all data will be used solely for course analysis. Your personal information will never be disclosed. There are no right or wrong answers; please answer based on your true thoughts. It is expected to take 6-8 minutes. Thank you for your participation!
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1.
What is your age?
A. 18-20
B. 21-22
C. 23-25
D. 26-29
E. 30-32
F. 33-35
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2.
Which region do you currently reside in long-term?
A. Major Metropolitan City (e.g., NYC, London, Tokyo)
B. Suburban Area
C. Small City or Town
D. Rural Area
E. Prefer not to say / Other:
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3.
What is your highest level of education completed?
A. High school or below
B. Some college / Associate degree
C. Bachelor's degree
D. Master's degree or higher
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4.
What is your current status?
A. Student
B. Employed full-time
C. Employed part-time / Freelance
D. Unemployed / Not currently working
E. Full-time homemaker / Caregiver
F. Other:
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5.
What is your gender identity?
A. Cisgender woman (assigned female at birth, identifies as female)
B. Transgender woman (assigned male at birth, identifies as female)
C. Non-binary / Gender fluid
D. Other:
E. Prefer not to say
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6.
What is your sexual orientation?
A. Heterosexual / Straight
B. Homosexual / Lesbian
C. Bisexual
D. Other:
E. Prefer not to say
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7.
Are you an only child?
A. Yes
B. No
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9.
What is your current relationship status?
A. Single, never had a romantic relationship
B. Single, have had past relationships
C. In a relationship, not married
D. Married / Civil partnership
E. Divorced / Separated
F. Other:
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10.
Which of the following best describes your current or most recent employment?
A. Public sector / Government employee
B. Private sector / Corporate employee
C. Self-employed / Business owner
D. Freelancer / Gig worker
E. Student
F. Unemployed
G. Full-time homemaker / Caregiver
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11.
What is your personal pre-tax monthly income range (in USD)?
A. No fixed income
B. Under $500
C. $500 - $999
D. $1,000 - $1,999
E. $2,000 - $3,499
F. $3,500 - $4,999
G. $5,000 or more
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12.
What is your monthly consumption level (expenses) (in USD)?
A. Under $500
B. $500 - $999
C. $1,000 - $1,999
D. $2,000 - $3,499
E. $3,500 - $4,999
F. $5,000 or more
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13.
What are your main sources of financial pressure currently?【多选题】
A. Rent / Mortgage
B. Daily living expenses
C. Student loans / Tuition
D. Healthcare / Medical bills
E. Supporting family members
F. Savings / Future financial security
G. No significant financial pressure
H. Other:
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14.
Have you ever given birth?
A. Yes, I have children
B. No, I do not have children
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16.
Have you ever been sexually active?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Prefer not to say
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17.
What is your attitude towards premarital sex?
A. Completely acceptable
B. Somewhat acceptable
C. Neutral / Indifferent
D. Somewhat unacceptable
E. Completely unacceptable
F. Prefer not to say
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18.
What is your current fertility intention?
A. Yes, strong intention
B. Yes, moderate intention
C. Unsure / Undecided
D. Lean towards not wanting children
E. Definitely do not want children
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22.
What do you think is the main meaning of having children?【多选题】
A. Continuing family lineage
B. Experiencing parenthood
C. Security in old age
D. Strengthening marriage/partnership
E. Societal expectation / Pressure
F. Love for children
G. No meaning
H. Other:
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23.
What do you think are the hidden costs of having children?【多选题】
A. Career stagnation or setback
B. Loss of income
C. Physical health impacts
D. Reduced personal time
E. Strain on relationship with partner
F. Increased psychological stress
G. "Motherhood penalty" / Social judgment
H. Other:
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24.
What do you think are the positive impacts of having children?【多选题】
A. Emotional companionship and happiness
B. Stronger family bonds
C. Personal growth and sense of responsibility
D. Support in old age
E. Social recognition and belonging
F. No positive impact
G. Other:
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25.
How much do you think it costs to raise a child per month (on average) (in USD)?
A. Under $500
B. $500 - $1,500
C. $1,500 - $3,000
D. Over $3,000
E. Not sure
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26.
At what stage do you think the cost of raising a child is the highest?
A. Infancy (0-3 years)
B. Preschool (3-6 years)
C. Primary school (6-12 years)
D. Secondary school (12-18 years)
E. After 18 years old (College/University)
F. Not sure
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27.
Which of the following best describes your view of pregnant women around you?
A. Blessing, think it's a good thing
B. Admiration, but I don't want to experience it myself
C. Sympathy for their hardship
D. Indifferent / No particular feeling
E. Willing to offer help
F. Think they are "less independent" or "lack career ambition"
G. Feel slight disdain or rejection
H. Feel empathy
I. Not sure
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28.
Do you like children?
A. Like them very much
B. Neutral
C. Dislike them somewhat
D. Dislike them
E. Depends on the situation
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29.
What are your parents' expectations regarding you having children?
A. Strongly demand grandchildren
B. Very expectant
C. Somewhat expectant
D. Indifferent / Don't care
E. Do not expect it
F. Cannot accept the idea of me not having children
G. Other:
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31.
 Would you consider adopting a child?
A. Yes
B. No
C. Depends on the situation
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32.
Do you think your fertility intention will change in the next five years?
A. Yes, I might want children more
B. Yes, I might want children less
C. No, it will not change
D. Unsure
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34.
How do you think society views women who choose not to have children?
A. Generally accepting
B. Some pressure but manageable
C. Significant pressure
D. Very unaccepting
E. Not sure
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35.
How familiar are you with assisted reproductive technologies (e.g., egg freezing, IVF)?
A. Very familiar
B. Somewhat familiar
C. Heard of it but don't understand it
D. Completely unfamiliar
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36.
How attractive are the following things to you? 
(1=Not at all attractive,5=Extremely attractive.)
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Career development
Career development
Financial independence
Financial independence
Travel and experiences
Travel and experiences
Intimate relationships
Intimate relationships
Personal hobbies
Personal hobbies
Having and raising children
Having and raising children
Socializing with friends
Socializing with friends
Social contribution/Charity
Social contribution/Charity
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37.
How much do the following factors influence your decision to have children?
(1=No influence at all ,5=Very strong influence)
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Housing affordability/Cost of living
Housing affordability/Cost of living
Cost of childcare/Education
Cost of childcare/Education
Healthcare/Medical costs
Healthcare/Medical costs
Workplace discrimination/Motherhood penalty
Workplace discrimination/Motherhood penalty
Partner sharing household chores and childcare
Partner sharing household chores and childcare
Availability of family support
Availability of family support
Government policies,
Government policies,
Social pressure /Family pressure to have children
Social pressure /Family pressure to have children
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38.
How do you view the relationship between having children and your personal life goals?
A. Completely aligned
B. Partially aligned
C. Neither conflicting nor promoting
D. Not very related
E. Mutually conflicting
F. Not sure
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39.
What do you think is the most important priority in your current life stage?【多选题】
A. Education or career development
B. Financial stability
C. Marriage or intimate relationships
D. Having children and family
E. Personal growth and experiences
F. Other:
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If you have any other thoughts regarding fertility intentions, please feel free to write them below:
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