Most husbands and wives consider each other equal. When a child is born the father can take off four weeks and the mother can take off twelve weeks of work to take care of the child. Even though divorce was not common before, in the last decade the number of divorces has increased. Still, half of adults are married. Many couples live together before they are married.
Most people own a house and own or share a cabin in the mountains and a beach house near the sea.
The women are strong in politics. Group dating usually starts between 14 and 18. Dances, movies, and outdoor activities are a favorite past time. Men usually marry around the age of 25, women usually younger. Dress A shirt, tie, casual pants, and a sweater or pullover are appropriate for men.