Study Reveals Family Disputes During Christmas

A recent survey of 2,000 adults celebrating Christmas reveals that while 83% are excited about family gatherings, 43% anticipate arguments. Common light-hearted disputes include choices on movies, dishwashing duties, house temperature, and when to open presents, with 37% stating that Christmas wouldn't feel the same without these squabbles. The research, commissioned by British Gas, highlights that 71% of participants plan to engage in board games, with Monopoly, Scrabble, and Trivial Pursuits being the most popular choices. Disagreements during these games often stem from rule-breaking (26%), losing (24%), and excessive competitiveness (23%). Most conflicts are resolved collectively (24%) or diffused with humor (19%), while some individuals take a brief break from the festivities (14%). British Gas noted that such family disputes are as traditional as festive treats and that their PeakSave offer aims to alleviate some holiday stress.