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SAFESEX1PARTMN
(MV755D)
Meaning of safe sex reported by man: Having only one sexual partner
Codes
This variable is not available for any of the currently selected samples.
Description
SAFESEX1PARTMN (MV755D) indicates whether the man stated, in response to an open-ended question, that "safe sex" means having only one sexual partner.
Comparability
Apart from universe differences and slight differences in question wording, SAFESEX1PARTMN (MV755D) is largely comparable across samples. Most commonly, the man was first asked about things that can be done to avoid contracting AIDS. If he stated "safe sex" in response to this open-ended question, he was then asked what "safe sex" meant to him.
Comparability - Standard DHS
SAFESEX1PARTMN (MV755D) is included in Phase III of the standard DHS men's recode.
Universe
No universe descriptions are currently available.
