Research indicates that men often spend more time on the toilet than women and may use bathroom visits as a form of personal ...

Ironically, concern about germs drives some men to avoid flushing, particularly in public facilities. The perceived unsanitary nature of toilet handles creates a barrier, even with modern ...

Among men in their twenties and thirties ... is probably mainly due to consideration of hygiene in and around the toilet, such as trying to avoid getting the walls and floor dirty.” ...