This chart shows the degree of acceptance of public display of affection in heterosexual couples among the Italian population in 2011, sorted by age group. According to this statistic, six percent of Italians aged between 18 and 74 thought it unacceptable for a heterosexual couple to display affection in public. This view, shared by over 10 percent of Italians aged 65-74, was stronger among elderly Italians.
Perception of public display of affection in heterosexual couples among the Italian population in 2011, by age
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Istat. (May 17, 2012). Perception of public display of affection in heterosexual couples among the Italian population in 2011, by age [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved February 24, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/711127/perception-of-heterosexual-public-display-of-affection-in-italy/
Istat. "Perception of public display of affection in heterosexual couples among the Italian population in 2011, by age." Chart. May 17, 2012. Statista. Accessed February 24, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/711127/perception-of-heterosexual-public-display-of-affection-in-italy/
Istat. (2012). Perception of public display of affection in heterosexual couples among the Italian population in 2011, by age. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: February 24, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/711127/perception-of-heterosexual-public-display-of-affection-in-italy/
Istat. "Perception of Public Display of Affection in Heterosexual Couples among The Italian Population in 2011, by Age." Statista, Statista Inc., 17 May 2012, https://www.statista.com/statistics/711127/perception-of-heterosexual-public-display-of-affection-in-italy/
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