National survey of family growth, cycle IV, 1988

Description

This collection examines fertility, family formation, contraception, and related issues. The study consists of data covering a wide range of background characteristics, a number of measures of fertility and contraception, measures of fecundity and birth expectations, use of family planning services, marital history, and detailed data from pregnancy histories. Questions about AIDS, cohabitation, adoption, and sexually transmitted diseases were added for cycle IV. Demographic data include income, occupation, race, and religion. Interviews were conducted in respondents' homes with 8,450 women 15-44 years of age regardless of marital status.