Abstract:
Using DHS data from 58 men’s surveys in 18
countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America
and the Caribbean, this analytical study
describes current patterns and trends over
time in multiple themes around men and
contraception. Specifically, the study
presents findings related to men’s
contraceptive knowledge; fertility and
fertility preferences; desired sex
composition of children; attitudes toward
contraception; gender attitudes; and use of
contraception at last sex. In addition to
analyzing the type of contraception used—
modern or traditional—and the method mix,
this study explores another aspect of men’s
contraceptive behavior: use of male-
controlled or cooperative methods (male
condom, male sterilization, periodic
abstinence, and withdrawal) versus female-
controlled methods (the pill, IUD,
injectables, implants, and female
sterilization). Along with current patterns
and trends, this study analyzes knowledge,
attitudes, and behavior by relationship
factors, life course factors, and
socioeconomic characteristics.