August Update: What Worries Denmark?
By initiating a Danish tracking study from January 2020, we can now see what keeps Danes up at night and how this change over the months and years.
Coronavirus once again dominates as both the biggest worry and the top total worry in August, most likely due to a spike in cases of the virus in Denmark, as well as increased infection elsewhere in Western Europe and around the globe. Newly imposed restrictions such as mandatory face masks on public transit may also serve as a daily reminder to Danes that we may be dealing with COVID-19 for longer than originally anticipated.
With public health top-of-mind once more, Danes’ focus on the State of the Economy, of much concern in May-July, once again takes a backseat. Moreover, reports that the Danish economy has not taken as large of a hit from the crisis compared to other countries could have also aided in curbing economic concerns, at least for now.
The Biggest Worries chart refers to an individual’s perception on the largest/most top-of-mind challenge Denmark is dealing with today.
The Total Worries chart encompasses the biggest worries and the respondents’ other worries combined.
About the study
This study surveys a nationally representative sample of adults aged 18+ across various regions of Denmark, with 1000 interviews conducted per month. Weighting has been employed to balance demographics and ensure that the sample’s composition reflects that of the adult population according to the most recent Danish census data.
