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FPDISOTH (FPDISOTH)
Reason disapproves of FP: Other
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Description

FPDISOTH indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the respondent reported she disapproves of family planning because of some other reason. The meaning of "other" must be interpreted relative to the specific response categories included in a particular sample.

The related variable FPYNOTOPPR (V3A08I) indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the respondent reported she is not using a method of contraception because she is opposed to it.

Comparability

Apart from universe differences and slight differences in question wording, FPDISOTH has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

FPDISOTH is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.

Universe

  • Burundi 1987: Women age 15-49 who disapprove of family planning.
  • Jordan 2012: Ever-married women age 15-49.
  • Burundi: 1987-W, 1987-C, 1987-B
  • Jordan: 2012-W, 2012-C, 2012-B, 2012-W