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GSS 1972-2024 Cumulative Datafile - Release 3
Health Problems
hlth1ill enough to go to a doctor
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 1. Ill enough to go to a doctor.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56.5 | 1,325 | 1 | yes | |
| 43.5 | 1,020 | 2 | no | |
| 2 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 10 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth2counseling for mental problems
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 2. Underwent counseling for mental or emotional problems.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.9 | 162 | 1 | yes | |
| 93.1 | 2,183 | 2 | no | |
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 12 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth3infertility, unable to have a baby
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 3. Infertility or unable to have a baby.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6 | 61 | 1 | yes | |
| 97.4 | 2,279 | 2 | no | |
| 1 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 16 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth4drinking problem
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 4. Had a drinking problem (e.g. frequently drunk, suffered from alcoholism)
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.7 | 41 | 1 | yes | |
| 98.3 | 2,304 | 2 | no | |
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 12 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth5illegal drugs (marijuana, cocaine)
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific vents, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 5. Used illegal drugs (e.g. marijuana, cocaine, pills).
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.6 | 107 | 1 | yes | |
| 95.4 | 2,235 | 2 | no | |
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 15 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth6(husband, wife)partner in hospital
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 6. Your (husband/wife)/partner was a patient in a hospital, sanitorium, convalescent or nursing home
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.9 | 208 | 1 | yes | |
| 91.1 | 2,120 | 2 | no | |
| 5 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 24 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth7a child in hospital
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 7. A child of yours was a patient in a hospital, sanitorium, convalescent or nursing home (apart from
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.8 | 204 | 1 | yes | |
| 91.2 | 2,126 | 2 | no | |
| 3 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 24 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth8child on drugs, drinking problem
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 8. Child on drugs or had drinking problem.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 | 69 | 1 | yes | |
| 97.0 | 2,260 | 2 | no | |
| 5 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 23 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth9a death of a close friend
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. A. First, thinking about health related matters, did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH, 1990/2003)? 9. A death of a close friend.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.1 | 541 | 1 | yes | |
| 76.9 | 1,804 | 2 | no | |
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 12 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth10respondent in hospital or sanatorium
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Now I am going to ask about some things that happen in families. First I am going to ask you about illness. 10. During the past twelve months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH) 2003, have you, yourself, been a patient in a hospital, sanitorium, convalescent or nursing home (apart from having a baby)?
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18.1 | 241 | 1 | yes | |
| 81.9 | 1,090 | 2 | no | |
| 2 | .d | don't know | ||
| 67,506 | .i | iap | ||
| 7 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth11respondent unable to work for one month or more
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11. During the past twelve months, were you unable to work at your job or carry on your regular activities for one month or more because of illness or injury?
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13.4 | 178 | 1 | yes | |
| 86.6 | 1,155 | 2 | no | |
| 1 | .d | don't know | ||
| 67,506 | .i | iap | ||
| 6 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth12a death of spouse
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Did any deaths occur during the past year, that is since (CURRENT MONTH) 2003? Who was that? \n12. Husband or Wife
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | 14 | 1 | yes | |
| 98.9 | 1,309 | 2 | no | |
| 67,506 | .i | iap | ||
| 17 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth13a death of child
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Did any deaths occur during the past year, that is since (CURRENT MONTH) 2003? Who was that? \n13. Child
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 7 | 1 | yes | |
| 99.5 | 1,316 | 2 | no | |
| 1 | .d | don't know | ||
| 67,506 | .i | iap | ||
| 16 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
hlth14a death of parents
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Did any deaths occur during the past year, that is since (CURRENT MONTH) 2003? Who was that? \n14. Father or Mother
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6 | 35 | 1 | yes | |
| 97.4 | 1,288 | 2 | no | |
| 67,506 | .i | iap | ||
| 17 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
Work Related Problems
work1unemployed and looking for work a month +
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 1. Fired or permanently laid-off.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.2 | 142 | 1 | yes | |
| 93.8 | 2,163 | 2 | no | |
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 52 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work2being demoted or move to worse position
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 2. Demoted or switched to a less favorable position.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 58 | 1 | yes | |
| 97.5 | 2,245 | 2 | no | |
| 1 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 53 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work3a cut in pay or reduced hours
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 3. A cut in pay (including reduced hours).
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.0 | 161 | 1 | yes | |
| 93.0 | 2,142 | 2 | no | |
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 54 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work4being passed over for promotion
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 4. Passed over for promotion.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.3 | 99 | 1 | yes | |
| 95.7 | 2,202 | 2 | no | |
| 1 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 55 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work5having trouble with one's boss
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 5. Serious trouble with your boss.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | 102 | 1 | yes | |
| 95.6 | 2,199 | 2 | no | |
| 1 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 55 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work6own business losing money or failing
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 6. Your own business (farm or professional office) lost money or failed.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.8 | 65 | 1 | yes | |
| 97.2 | 2,232 | 2 | no | |
| 4 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 56 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work7a husband, wife, partner being fired
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 7. Your husband/wife/partner was fired or permanently laid-off.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.1 | 71 | 1 | yes | |
| 96.9 | 2,223 | 2 | no | |
| 4 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 59 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work8a husband, wife, partner cut in pay
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 8. Your husband/wife/partner had a cut in pay (including reduced hours).
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.0 | 114 | 1 | yes | |
| 95.0 | 2,179 | 2 | no | |
| 4 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 60 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work9ones' spouse being unemployed
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 9. Your (husband/wife)/partner was unemployed and looking for work for a month or more.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.9 | 159 | 1 | yes | |
| 93.1 | 2,133 | 2 | no | |
| 4 | .d | don't know | ||
| 66,489 | .i | iap | ||
| 61 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |
work10during past 12 mo, r was unemployed and looking for work
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Now, I'm going to ask you about various events and conditions that happen to people. I'm interested in those that happened to you during the last 12 months, that is since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003). As I ask you about the specific events, please think carefully, so I can record things accurately. B. Second, what about work-related matters? Did any of the following happen to you since (CURRENT MONTH), (1990/2003)? 10. You were unemployed and looking for work for a month or more.
| Percent | N | Value | Label | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.0 | 200 | 1 | yes | |
| 85.0 | 1,132 | 2 | no | |
| 1 | .d | don't know | ||
| 67,506 | .i | iap | ||
| 7 | .n | no answer | ||
| 6,853 | .y | not available in this year | ||
| 100.0 | 75,699 | Total |
| Properties | |
|---|---|
| Data type: | numeric |
| Missing-data codes: | .d,.i,.j,.m,.n,.p,.r,.s,.u,.x,.y,.z |