> the third most common reason given was an “unfavorable atmosphere” in the workplace. The top reason was staff shortages and the second most common reason was that their company did not offer it.
If the company doesn't offer it, then they don't have a choice.
If they're short-staffed, that's (most likely) an atmosphere the company has created to keep labor costs low.
So the #2 reason shouldn't even be on the list, and #1 is essentially the same as #3. In other words, "unfavorable atmosphere" is the #1 reason for choosing not to take available paternity leave. This is no different from American companies that offer "unlimited" vacation time but create a toxic work culture where everyone feels guilty for using it.