These studies assess the effects of perceived risk for pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection risk on couple avoidance behaviors. The studies include collection of longitudinal data from sampled households. The findings will inform efforts to determine whether and how family planning and STI services should be integrated, by providing an understanding of partner decision-making dynamics. The first sub-district's data have been received at CPC and the quality is good.
Contraceptive use is low.
There appear to be strong gender differences in reported sexual activity, both in terms of frequency, type, and partners. An abstract was submitted to the PAA for possible presentation in 2001.