Intercultural Perspectives on Dating and Relationship Norms Questionaire

Living in Japan as an exchange student made me notice many differences in dating and relationship culture compared to Thailand. In Thailand, people can stay in the “khon kui” (talking stage) for months without officially dating, while relationships in Japan often seem more private and reserved. Since I also regularly visit Korea, have Korean friends, and watch many Korean variety shows, I became interested in how relationship norms can differ across cultures in Asia. I have always been interested in learning about different cultures, which is why I chose this topic for my research.

Because of these observations, I created a survey called “Intercultural Perspectives on Dating and Relationship Norms.” The survey explores topics such as relationship progression, exclusivity during the talking stage, and public affection among university students from different cultural backgrounds. Through this research, I hope to better understand how culture influences modern relationships and dating expectations.

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