Polygynous marriage and child health in sub-Saharan Africa: What is the evidence for harm?

<b>Background</b>: Researchers from a variety of disciplines have presented data indicating that polygynous marriage is damaging to child health. This work has been used to support the classification of polygyny as a 'harmful cultural practice' and to advocate for marital refor...

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Main Authors: David Lawson, Mhairi A. Gibson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research 2018-07-01
Series:Demographic Research
Online Access:https://www.demographic-research.org/volumes/vol39/6/