Journal of Population Sciences
Table 5 Control variables
Variable | Theoretical motivation | Definition | Categories |
|---|---|---|---|
The regional level of presence of FGM/C | This is intended as an indicator of the normative force, which asks to be followed and thus diminishes access to alternatives, to independent decision-making, and results | Percentage of cut women (G102) at each country regional level | Percentages |
Daughters at home | Intended to represent how much close to personal experience is the issue of FGM/C, thus indicating the need to make a choice (salience) | Daughters at home (V203) | Number |
Age | The incidence of FGM/C is expected to rise with age | Age (V012) | In years |
Country | We suppose countries share common policies and legislative frameworks, through their peculiar policies and history. On this basis, we expect to find a homologation effect among regions and communities | Country denomination | Egypt (ref.), Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Ethiopia, Mali, Nigeria, Togo |
Religion | Literature has brought examples of religious meanings attached to the practice | Recoding of Religion (V130) | Muslim (ref.), Christian (Catholic, Protestant, other country-specific), None, Other (Traditional/animist, other country-specific) |