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Gender Differences in Adult Perspectives on Adolescent Reproductive Behaviors: Evidence from Lomé, Togo


  Author: Ilene S. Speizer, Stephanie A. Mullen, Kodjopatapa Amégee
Publisher: The Alan Guttmacher Institute
Publication: International Family Planning Perspectives Vol. 27, No. 4
Document Date:                  December 01, 2001
Category: Sexuality > Premarital Sex
Related Categories:
Adolescence/Youth > Adolescent Pregnancy
Adolescence/Youth > Adolescent Sexual Activity
Sexuality > Abortion/Birth Control
Sexuality > Sexual Attitudes
 

This study surveyed adults in Togo about their attitudes towards adolescent sexual activity, contraceptive use, and about their communication with their children regarding reproductive health issues.  It found that women were more likely than men to disapprove of these behaviours, but were fairly likely to discuss sexual activity and health with their daughters.

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