Are husbands a barrier to women's family planning use? The case of Morocco

摘要: Abstract Little is known about men's role in the adoption of family planning. Recent studies suggest that men may be a barrier to women's use However, it not clear whether husbands represent true or perceived barrier. Using 1992 Morocco Demographic and Health Survey data, this study examines (1) women report concordant fertility desires, discussions, contraceptive use; (2) accuracy perceptions their husbands’ desires; (3) are planning use. The results demonstrate that, controlling for own desires associated with Likewise, who perceive want fewer children than they more likely Future programs need include reduce as both barriers