Alcohol Use and Extramarital Sex Among Men in Cameroon
Author Information
Author(s): Kongnyuy Eugene J, Wiysonge Charles Shey
Primary Institution: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine
Hypothesis
Is there an association between alcohol use and extramarital sex among married men in Cameroon?
Conclusion
Alcohol use is associated with having multiple concurrent non-spousal sexual partnerships among married men in Cameroon.
Supporting Evidence
- 25.8% of men reported drinking alcohol before their last sexual intercourse.
- 21% of men indicated their last sexual partner was not their wife or cohabiting partner.
- Older age and higher education were associated with increased odds of extramarital sex.
Takeaway
Drinking alcohol can make married men in Cameroon more likely to have sex with someone who is not their wife.
Methodology
Data from the 2004 Cameroon Demographic and Health Survey was analyzed using a multivariate regression model.
Potential Biases
Potential confounding factors may not have been fully accounted for.
Limitations
The study is cross-sectional, which limits the ability to infer causality.
Participant Demographics
Men aged 15 to 59 years, mostly married or cohabiting.
Statistical Information
P-Value
< 0.001
Confidence Interval
1.40 to 2.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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