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† For the individual studies, this variable exists in different sections from CPES.

Variable Label: # living biological children: Top Code



CN1

The next questions are about children. How many living biological children do you have, not counting stepchildren, adopted children, or foster children?

Additional Documentation

Universe

BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

ValueLabelFrequencyValid
Percent		Total
Percent
0ZERO130828.23%28.14%
1ONE85218.39%18.33%
2TWO117925.45%25.36%
3THREE67914.66%14.61%
4FOUR31806.86%06.84%
5FIVE13602.94%02.93%
6SIX OR MORE16103.48%03.46%
-9REFUSED6-00.13%
-8DONT KNOW2-00.04%
.Missing8-00.17%

Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

  • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
  • Total Cases: 4649

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† For the individual studies, this variable exists in different sections from CPES.

Variable Label: # other living children incl step/adopt/raised 5+ years:Top Code



CN2

How many living non-biological children do you have, including step children, adopted children, and others you helped to raise for at least five years?

Additional Documentation

Universe

BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

ValueLabelFrequencyValid
Percent		Total
Percent
0ZERO410188.48%88.21%
1ONE26705.76%05.74%
2TWO15003.24%03.23%
3THREE5601.21%01.20%
4FOUR2900.63%00.62%
5FIVE1500.32%00.32%
6SIX OR MORE1700.37%00.37%
-9REFUSED4-00.09%
-8DONT KNOW2-00.04%
.Missing8-00.17%

Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

  • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
  • Total Cases: 4649

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Variable Label: Age of 1st sexual intercourse



CN3

How old were you the first time you had sexual intercourse?

IF R SAYS 'NEVER': CODE 997

Universe

BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

  • Valid N: 4142
  • Refused: 123
  • Don't Know: 193
  • Missing (Other): 155
  • Missing (System): 36
MeanStd DevMedianMinMax
19.3504.8318.0006.00049.000
  • Valid Range: 6 - 49
  • Total Cases: 4649

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BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2

1 EXPR IS FALSE (see V07984)

2 EXPR IS TRUE

Universe

BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.


    Variable Label: Ever had unwanted pregnancy



    CN3a

    Have you ever had an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy?

    1 YES

    5 NO (see V07984)

    Universe

    BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
    BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2

    ValueLabelFrequencyValid
    Percent    		Total
    Percent
    1YES54221.65%11.66%
    5NO196178.35%42.18%
    -9REFUSED14-00.30%
    .Missing2132-45.86%

    Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

    • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), . (Missing)
    • Total Cases: 4649

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    Variable Label: Remember last age of 1st unwanted pregnancy



    CN3a1

    Can you remember your exact age the very first time you had an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy?

    1 YES

    5 NO (see V07976)

    Universe

    BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
    BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2
    CN3a = 1

    ValueLabelFrequencyValid
    Percent    		Total
    Percent
    1YES49993.62%10.73%
    5NO3406.38%00.73%
    -9REFUSED1-00.02%
    -8DONT KNOW8-00.17%
    .Missing4107-88.34%

    Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

    • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
    • Total Cases: 4649

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    Variable Label: Age of 1st unwanted pregnancy



    CN3a2

    IN NEC How old were you?

    Universe

    BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
    BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2
    CN3a = 1
    CN3a1 = 1

    • Valid N: 499
    • Refused: 0
    • Don't Know: 0
    • Missing (Other): 0
    • Missing (System): 4150
    MeanStd DevMedianMinMax
    22.6906.4421.0013.00045.000
    • Valid Range: 13 - 45
    • Total Cases: 4649

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    Variable Label: Estimate age of 1st unwanted pregnancy



    CN3a3a

    About how old were you?

    IF 'ALL MY LIFE' OR 'AS LONG AS I CAN REMEMBER,' CODE: DON'T KNOW

    Universe

    BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
    BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2
    CN3a = 1
    NOT (CN3a1 = 1)

    • Valid N: 36
    • Refused: 7
    • Don't Know: 0
    • Missing (Other): 0
    • Missing (System): 4606
    MeanStd DevMedianMinMax
    24.3605.4425.0013.00034.000
    • Valid Range: 13 - 34
    • Total Cases: 4649

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    Variable Label: 1st unwanted pregnancy before teens



    CN3a3b

    Was it before your teens?

    1 YES

    5 NO

    Universe

    BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
    BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2
    CN3a = 1
    NOT (CN3a1 = 1)
    CN3a3a = DONTKNOW

    ValueLabelFrequencyValid
    Percent    		Total
    Percent
    5NO7100.00%00.15%
    .Missing4642-99.85%

    Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

    • Missing Data Codes: . (Missing)
    • Total Cases: 4649

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    CN3a3b <> 1

    1 EXPR IS FALSE (see V07981)

    2 EXPR IS TRUE

    Universe

    BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
    BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2
    CN3a = 1
    NOT (CN3a1 = 1)
    CN3a3a = DONTKNOW

    This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.


      Variable Label: 1st unwanted pregnancy before twenties



      CN3a3b

      Was it before your twenties?

      1 YES

      5 NO

      Universe

      BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
      BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2
      CN3a = 1
      NOT (CN3a1 = 1)
      CN3a3a = DONTKNOW
      CN3a3b <> 1

      ValueLabelFrequencyValid
      Percent      		Total
      Percent
      5NO7100.00%00.15%
      .Missing4642-99.85%

      Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

      • Missing Data Codes: . (Missing)
      • Total Cases: 4649

      You can also view this variable in SDA open in new window.


      Variable Label: Age last time had unwanted pregnancy



      CN3a4

      How old were you the last time you had an unwanted or unplanned pregnancy?

      Universe

      BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
      BLN_HHL.HHL.HHL[1].Sex = 2
      CN3a = 1

      • Valid N: 525
      • Refused: 4123
      • Don't Know: 1
      • Missing (Other): 0
      • Missing (System): 0
      MeanStd DevMedianMinMax
      25.6107.1524.0013.00050.000
      • Valid Range: 13 - 50
      • Total Cases: 4649

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      ((CN1 >= 1) AND (CN1 <= 97.00000000000001)) OR ((CN2 >= 1) AND (CN2 <= 97.00000000000001))

      1 EXPR IS FALSE (see V07999)

      2 EXPR IS TRUE

      Universe

      BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

      This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.


        Variable Label: Overall relationship with child



        CN9

        On a scale from 0 to 10 where 0 means 'the worst possible relationship' and 10 means 'the best possible relationship,' how would you rate your overall relationship with your [(child/children)] these days?

        0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10

        Additional Documentation

        Universe

        BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
        ((CN1 >= 1) AND (CN1 <= 97.00000000000001)) OR ((CN2 >= 1) AND (CN2 <= 97.00000000000001))

        • Valid N: 3391
        • Refused: 7
        • Don't Know: 2
        • Missing (Other): 0
        • Missing (System): 1249
        MeanStd DevMedianMinMax
        09.1701.3810.0000.00010.000
        • Valid Range: 0 - 10
        • Total Cases: 4649

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        Variable Label: In raising children (m) often did thing from list



        CN10

        (RB, PG 47)

        Please think about your relationship with your [(child/children)] during the years you [(raised/have been raising)] [(him/her/them)]. During all that time, how often [(did you do/have you done)] any of the things in List A to your [(child/children)] - often, sometimes, rarely, or never?

        1 OFTEN

        2 SOMETIMES

        3 RARELY

        4 NEVER

        5 (IF VOL "DID NOT RAISE THEM")

        Additional Documentation

        Universe

        BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
        ((CN1 >= 1) AND (CN1 <= 97.00000000000001)) OR ((CN2 >= 1) AND (CN2 <= 97.00000000000001))

        ValueLabelFrequencyValid
        Percent        		Total
        Percent
        1OFTEN4501.33%00.97%
        2SOMETIMES45813.52%09.85%
        3RARELY73021.55%15.70%
        4NEVER211262.34%45.43%
        554301.27%00.92%
        -9REFUSED3-00.06%
        -8DONT KNOW9-00.19%
        .Missing1249-26.87%

        Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

        A discrepancy exists between the response text in the surveys.

        • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
        • Total Cases: 4649

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        CN11

        (RB, PG 47)

        Now look at List B. During the years you [(raised/have been raising)] [(him/her/them)], how often [(did you do/have you done)] any of these things in List B to your [(child/children)] - often, sometimes, rarely, or never?

        1 OFTEN

        2 SOMETIMES

        3 RARELY

        4 NEVER

        Additional Documentation

        Universe

        BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
        ((CN1 >= 1) AND (CN1 <= 97.00000000000001)) OR ((CN2 >= 1) AND (CN2 <= 97.00000000000001))

        This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.

        • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
        • Total Cases: 4649


        Variable Label: CN11 INTRO-sexual practices



        CN11_2_INTRO

        In the next part of the interview, we ask about sexual practices. Let me assure you that all information you provide is strictly confidential.

        PRESS [1] TO CONTINUE

        Universe

        BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

        • Valid N: 4641
        • Refused: 0
        • Don't Know: 0
        • Missing (Other): 0
        • Missing (System): 8
        MeanStd DevMedianMinMax
        01.0000.0001.0001.00001.000
        • Valid Range: 1 - 1
        • Total Cases: 4649

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        BLSCREENING.SC35_1 = 1

        1 EXPR IS FALSE (see V08002)

        2 EXPR IS TRUE

        Universe

        BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

        This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.


          Variable Label: Read question 58 in booklet and give corresponding letter



          CN11_2

          (RB, PG 48)

          First we would like to ask you some questions regarding your sexual preference. We would like to know how you would best describe yourself.

          Could you read the question on Page 48 in your booklet and then tell me the letter corresponding to your answer?

          1 A. Heterosexual - primarily attracted to members of the opposite sex (see V08005)

          2 B. Homosexual, Lesbian, Gay - primarily attracted to members of your own sex (see V08005)

          3 C. Bisexual - attracted to both men and women (see V08005)

          4 D. Something else (see V08005)

          5 E. Not sure (see V08005)

          Additional Documentation

          A discrepancy exists between the question text in the surveys. You may wish to compare question text to determine how it affects the variable results.

          Universe

          BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
          BLSCREENING.SC35_1 = 1

          ValueLabelFrequencyValid
          Percent          		Total
          Percent
          1A309792.61%66.62%
          2B3601.08%00.77%
          3C3501.05%00.75%
          4D10703.20%02.30%
          5E6902.06%01.48%
          -9REFUSED70-01.51%
          -8DONT KNOW28-00.60%
          .Missing1207-25.96%

          Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

          • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
          • Total Cases: 4649

          You can also view this variable in SDA open in new window.




          CN11_3

          First we would like to ask you some questions regarding your sexual preference. We would like to know how you would best describe yourself.

          Which of the following best describes your sexual orientation: heterosexual or straight - that is, primarily sexually attracted to members of the opposite sex; homosexual lesbian or gay - that is, primarily attracted to members of your own sex; bisexual - that is, attracted to both men and women; something else; or you're not sure?

          1 HETEROSEXUAL (see V08005)

          2 HOMOSEXUAL (see V08005)

          3 BISEXUAL (see V08005)

          4 SOMETHING ELSE (see V08005)

          Universe

          BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
          NOT (BLSCREENING.SC35_1 = 1)

          This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.

          • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
          • Total Cases: 4649




          Universe

          BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
          BLSCREENING.SC35_1 = 1
          ACTIVELANGUAGE = Eng

          This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.

          • Valid Range: 0 - 0


          Variable Label: How comfortable with sexuality



          CN11_3a
          [IF R CAN READ:] (RB, PG 55)

          Could you read the question on Page 55 in your booklet and then tell me the corresponding answer?
          [IF R CANNOT READ:]
          How comfortable are you with your sexuality - very comfortable, somewhat comfortable, neither comfortable nor uncomfortable, somewhat uncomfortable, very uncomfortable, or not sure?

          1 VERY COMFORTABLE

          2 SOMEWHAT COMFORTABLE

          3 NEITHER COMFORTABLE NOR UNCOMFORTABLE

          4 SOMEWHAT UNCOMFORTABLE

          5 VERY UNCOMFORTABLE

          6 NOT SURE

          Additional Documentation

          Universe

          BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

          ValueLabelFrequencyValid
          Percent          		Total
          Percent
          1VERY COMFORTABLE376883.44%81.05%
          2SOMEWHAT COMFORTABLE42909.50%09.23%
          3NEITHER COMFORTABLE NOR UNCOMFORTABLE11002.44%02.37%
          4SOMEWHAT UNCOMFORTABLE3400.75%00.73%
          5VERY UNCOMFORTABLE6601.46%01.42%
          6NOT SURE10902.41%02.34%
          -9REFUSED95-02.04%
          -8DONT KNOW30-00.65%
          .Missing8-00.17%

          Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

          • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
          • Total Cases: 4649

          You can also view this variable in SDA open in new window.


          Variable Label: Sexual experience mostly with what gender



          CN11_3b
          [IF R CAN READ:] (RB, PG 56)

          Could you read the question on Page 56 in your booklet and then tell me the corresponding answer?
          [IF R CANNOT READ:]

          Thinking back on the last 12 months, have your sexual experiences been with…?

          1 FEMALES ONLY (see V08024)

          2 MOSTLY FEMALES (see V08024)

          3 ABOUT EQUAL NUMBER OF MALES AND FEMALES (see V08024)

          4 MOSTLY MALES (see V08024)

          5 ALL MALES (see V08024)

          6 (IF VOL) I HAVE NOT BEEN SEXUALLY ACTIVE (see V08024)

          Additional Documentation

          Universe

          BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

          ValueLabelFrequencyValid
          Percent          		Total
          Percent
          1FEMALES ONLY188241.84%40.48%
          2MOSTLY FEMALES2000.44%00.43%
          3ABOUT EQUAL NUMBER OF MALES AND FEMALES2400.53%00.52%
          4MOSTLY MALES11302.51%02.43%
          5ALL MALES185141.15%39.82%
          6(IF VOL) I HAVE NOT BEEN SEXUALLY ACTIVE60813.52%13.08%
          -9REFUSED111-02.39%
          -8DONT KNOW32-00.69%
          .Missing8-00.17%

          Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

          • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
          • Total Cases: 4649

          You can also view this variable in SDA open in new window.




          CN11_3b <> 6

          1 EXPR IS FALSE (see V08024)

          2 EXPR IS TRUE

          Universe

          BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

          This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.


            Variable Label: # of people you had sexual intercourse with in past year



            CN11_4
            [IF R CAN READ:] (RB, PG 60)

            Could you read the question on Page 60 in your booklet and then tell the corresponding answer?
            [IF R CANNOT READ:]

            How many people have you had sexual intercourse with in the past 12 months?

            Additional Documentation

            Universe

            BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
            CN11_3b <> 6

            • Valid N: 3848
            • Refused: 38
            • Don't Know: 147
            • Missing (Other): 0
            • Missing (System): 616
            MeanStd DevMedianMinMax
            01.2401.5801.0000.00052.000
            • Valid Range: 0 - 52
            • Total Cases: 4649

            You can also view this variable in SDA open in new window.




            CN11_4 > 0

            1 EXPR IS FALSE (see V08024)

            2 EXPR IS TRUE

            Universe

            BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
            CN11_3b <> 6

            This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.


              Variable Label: Freq you and your partner wear condom in past year



              CN11_5
              [IF R CAN READ:] (RB, PG 49)

              Could you read the question on Page 49 in your booklet and then tell the corresponding answer?
              [IF R CANNOT READ:]

              During the past 12 months, how often did you or your sexual partner(s) wear a condom (rubber) while having sex - always, most of the time, sometimes, rarely, or never?

              1 ALWAYS (see V08024)

              2 MOST OF THE TIME (see V08024)

              3 SOMETIMES (see V08024)

              4 RARELY (see V08024)

              5 NEVER (see V08024)

              6 DOES NOT APPLY (see V08024)

              Additional Documentation

              Universe

              BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1
              CN11_3b <> 6
              CN11_4 > 0

              ValueLabelFrequencyValid
              Percent              		Total
              Percent
              1ALWAYS59216.57%12.73%
              2MOST OF THE TIME29708.31%06.39%
              3SOMETIMES36310.16%07.81%
              4RARELY19105.35%04.11%
              5NEVER203656.98%43.79%
              6DOES NOT APPLY9402.63%02.02%
              -9REFUSED13-00.28%
              -8DONT KNOW6-00.13%
              .Missing1057-22.74%

              Disclaimer: Frequencies displayed above are not weighted.

              • Missing Data Codes: -9 (Refused), -8 (Don't know), . (Missing)
              • Total Cases: 4649

              You can also view this variable in SDA open in new window.




              CN4

              INTERVIEWER CHECKPOINT

              1 CN1 EQUALS BETWEEN '1' AND '97'

              2 CN2 EQUALS BETWEEN '1' AND '997'

              3 ALL OTHERS

              Universe

              BLSCREENING.SC19 = 1

              This variable has been removed from the dataset. This variable may be available in the restricted file. For information on obtaining restricted data, please contact netmail@icpsr.umich.edu. If you'd like more information about the variable, you can view the summary statistics and/or frequencies.

              • Valid Range: 1 - 3