Description

FPHDISCOST indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the respondent reported her husband disapproves of using contraception because it is too expensive.

The related variable FPYNOTOPPH (V3A08J) indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the respondent reported she is not using a method of contraception because her husband is opposed to it.

The complementary variable FPYNOTCOST (V3A08R) indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the respondent reported she is not using a method of contraception because it costs too much.

Comparability

FPHDISCOST has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

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

Universe