A recent survey found that the happiness index for Hong Kong families has hit a four-year low, with a score of just 6.43 out of 10 – indicating a drop from 6.57 last year.
The survey, commissioned by Wofoo Social Enterprises Limited via Tung Wah College School of Nursing, was conducted online in December last year and polled over 1,300 citizens.
According to the survey, the happiness index for families and individuals in the age group of 65 or above has experienced a greater decline, dropping from over 7 points in the previous year to 6.5 and 6.63 points, respectively.
The ratings from the respondents for their overall personal happiness index and family resources have also decreased compared to last year, falling to 6.2 and 6.45 points, respectively.
However, there has been an increase in family harmony, with the score rising from 2.94 out of 5 points last year to 3.65.
Wofoo Social Enterprises said elderlies have consistently had the highest happiness index among all age groups in the past, but that has changed in recent years.
It said in recent years, there has been an increase in the number of people or families emigrating, leaving behind elderly individuals who require support. Some of these elderly individuals need to adapt to significant changes within their families in a short period of time, which contributes to the decline in their happiness index, it noted.
It reminded members of the public of the importance of intergenerational communication, emphasizing that both parents and children should take an extra step to maintain family relationships.
Hong Kong United Times丨香港聯合時報丨HKUT 