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FPNOWUSABS (V307_12)
FP method currently used: Abstinence
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Description

FPNOWUSABS (V307_12) indicates whether the woman is now using abstinence to delay or avoid getting pregnant.

Users should be careful to distinguish this variable from FPNOWUSRHY, which refers to the rhythm method (periodic abstinence based on the woman's menstrual period).

IPUMS-DHS users may also be interested in FPMETHNOW (V312), which reports the woman's current contraceptive method.

Comparability

FPNOWUSABS (V307_12) has no comparability problems.

Some surveys did not specifically ask about abstinence, but respondents could volunteer this method when asked about "any other methods."

Comparability - Standard DHS

FPNOWUSABS (V307_12) is included in the standard DHS questionnaire for Phase 4 forward.

Universe

  • Burkina Faso 2003: Women age 15-49 who have ever used abstinence.
  • Chad 2004: Women age 15-49 who have ever used abstinence.
  • Sri Lanka 1987: Ever-married women age 15-49 who have ever abstained from sexual relations.
  • Burkina Faso: 2003-W, 2003-B, 2003-C, 2003-W
  • Chad: 2004-W, 2004-C, 2004-B
  • Sri Lanka: 1987-W, 1987-C, 1987-B