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Masculinity as a Determinant of Men's Vasectomy Utilization
Giuseppina Valle Holway1, J E Sumerau1, N M Lampe1
1Giuseppina Valle Holway and J. E. Sumerau are with the Department of Sociology, University of Tampa, Tampa, FL. N. M. Lampe is with the Department of Behavioral Health Science & Practice, University of South Florida, Tampa.
American Journal of Public Health
|June 11, 2026
Summary
Masculine attitudes influence vasectomy decisions. Men believing men have greater sexual needs were more likely to undergo vasectomy, highlighting gender beliefs in male contraception.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- Understanding male contraceptive behavior is crucial for reproductive health.
- Traditional masculine attitudes may influence men's contraceptive choices.
- Vasectomy is a common and effective form of permanent male contraception.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between men's characteristics and traditional masculine attitudes with vasectomy utilization in the U.S.
- To identify factors influencing men's decisions regarding vasectomy.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 2022-2023 National Survey of Family Growth data from 2278 men aged 30-49.
- Descriptive statistics and multivariable logistic regression were employed.
- Examined sociodemographic characteristics and masculine attitudes in relation to vasectomy.
Main Results:
- 11.9% of men reported undergoing a vasectomy.
- Men agreeing that men have greater sexual needs than women showed increased vasectomy likelihood (aOR=1.86).
- No significant association was found between other masculine attitudes and vasectomy utilization.
Conclusions:
- Gender beliefs are a significant, under-recognized factor in male contraceptive behavior.
- Men might opt for vasectomy to ensure sexual continuity, reducing dependence on female contraception.
- Public health messaging can be reframed to promote vasectomy utilization by addressing gender beliefs.
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