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This variable is not available for any of the currently selected samples.

Description

For men not currently using a contraceptive method but intending to do so in the future, FPMETHFUTRMN (MV363) reports the family planning method the man would prefer to use.

Answers are grouped under the broad categories of "modern methods," "traditional methods," and "other methods," each with a different first digit. Specific methods are distinguished by the second and third digits. Closely related responses, such as various groupings of diaphragm/foam/jelly, share the first 2 digits in common, while the third digit distinguishes the exact response category.

Comparability

Along with universe and slight question wording differences, FPMETHFUTRMN (MV363) varies in its response categories across samples. Such variation reflects change in the standard DHS questionnaire categories and country-specific choices.

While the specific methods reflect local contexts, the overarching categories of modern methods (with a common first digit of "1") versus traditional methods (with a common first digit of "2") are comparable.

Comparability - Standard DHS

FPMETHFUTRMN (MV363) is included in the standard DHS men's questionnaire through Phase V.

Universe