Codes and Frequencies
Description
SAFESEXPARPROM indicates whether the woman stated, in response to an open-ended question, that "safe sex" meant avoiding promiscuous partners.
Comparability
SAFESEXPARPROM has no comparability problems. The woman was first asked about things that can be done to avoid contracting AIDS. If she stated "safe sex" in response to this open-ended question, she was then asked what "safe sex" meant to her.
Comparability - Standard DHS
Phase III of the standard DHS questionnaire includes an open-ended question about the meaning of safe sex. SAFESEXPARPROM is a country-specific response category.
Universe
- Gabon 2000: Women age 15-49 who have ever heard of AIDS and responded that "safe sex" was a way of avoiding AIDS.