Definition
FPNOWUSABS (V307_12) indicates whether the woman is now using abstinence to delay or avoid getting pregnant.
Users should be careful to distinguish this variable from FPNOWUSRHY, which refers to the rhythm method (periodic abstinence based on the woman's menstrual period).
IPUMS-DHS users may also be interested in FPMETHNOW (V312), which reports the woman's current contraceptive method.