Abstract

ABSTRACT Welfare dependency, a key focus in Western and Chinese welfare systems, poses crucial questions on measurement and causative factors. Leveraging unique Chinese data, this study constructs a multidimensional welfare dependency index. Through regression analysis, it delves into how individual, household and institutional level characteristics influence this index. Findings reveal three dimensions of welfare dependency: depth, time-span, and perception. Numerous factors at different levels significantly impact the index, with child percentage, employment, and marital status showing prominent negative effects. This underscores the role of parenthood, employment, and marriage in mitigating welfare dependency, shedding light on effective strategies for its reduction.

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