Attitudes of married individuals towards oral contraceptives: a qualitative study in Istanbul, Turkey

Karavuş, Melda; Cali, Salvatore; Kalaça, Sibel; Cebeci, Dilşad

doi:10.1783/147118904322995465

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“…Similar findings were established in a study that found high rates of discontinuation among rural Kenyan women living in discordant partnerships [26]. Studies conducted to examine factors influencing contraceptive adherence have concluded that beliefs, attitudes, and daily life activities affect consistent and correct contraceptive use [27][28][29][30]. However, little is known about rates of discontinuation and contraceptive adherence among Ugandan women.…”

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Predictors of Contraceptive Adherence among Women Seeking Family Planning Services at Reproductive Health Uganda, Mityana Branch

Muhindo

Okonya

Groves

et al. 2015

International Journal of Population Research

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Poor adherence is one of the main causes of unintended pregnancies among women of reproductive age. The purpose of this study was to establish the predictors of contraceptive adherence. A total of 211 women were enrolled and interviewed while seeking family planning services at reproductive health Uganda facility. Binary logistic regression was used to analyze the association between adherence and the independent variables. Most of the respondents (83.4%) were currently using a hormonal contraceptive. Of the participants who were using contraceptives, 43% had discontinued use at some time for reasons other than pregnancy, 53.1% reported having short birth interval less than 2 years, and 7% reported having more children than desired. The predictors of poor contraceptive adherence included lower education level (OR 2.484, 95% CI 1.403–4.397) and lower self-efficacy (OR 1.698, 95% CI 1.959–3.004). Lack of male partner support (OR 2.014, 95% CI 1.140–3.557) and low education level (OR 2.103, 95% CI 1.196–3.699) were predictive of reporting short birth interval less than 2 years. The findings point to a number of predictors of contraceptive adherence that may have implications for designing and evaluating family planning programs. In the Ugandan context, studies to evaluate effective adherence improvement strategies are needed.

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Predictors of Contraceptive Adherence among Women Seeking Family Planning Services at Reproductive Health Uganda, Mityana Branch

Muhindo

Okonya

Groves

et al. 2015

International Journal of Population Research

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“…This findings are consistent with reports in other studies on influence of socio-cultural factors on choice and uptake of modern FP (14,16,18,20,21,(26)(27)(28)(29)(30)(31)(32), and confirm the need for having constructive partner discussions as a way of encouraging contraception uptake. However, they contrast with those in turkey where cultural beliefs greatly influenced use of contraception (19).…”

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“…Low usage has been widely attributed to the negative attitude towards this form of contraception. Specifically, approval/ disapproval of the modern methods by self and partner (13,(16)(17)(18)(19)(20), fear of harmful effects on health (12, 13,17,19,21,22), and low levels of education (13,17,23) have been identified to influence use of modern FP methods in Africa, Asia and other parts around the world. This observation suggests that both the women and their partners lack the right information that will aid decision making on use, an argument supported by evidence from related studies that showed increasing knowledge on the methods can result to higher utilization (24).…”

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“…Use of modern FP has also been hindered by perceived lack of support from health care workers (19), socio-cultural factors such as communication between spouses, males' attitude towards contraceptive use and lack of support (13,(17)(18)(19)(20)(21)(26)(27)(28)(29)(30)(31)(32). At the community, views of other women, marital status, desire for more children, myths and mis-conceptions on modern methods and socio-economic status of the women also influence use (13,17,21,22,28,33).…”

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Determinants of Use of Modern Family Planning Methods: A Case of Baringo North District, Kenya

Malalu¹

2014

SJPH

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Background: Globally, there is an increasing unmet need for safe and effective family planning services. Most women in Africa, just like in many parts around the world, desire to control both the number and timing of births but lack an effective contraceptive method. The uptake of family planning (FP) services is low in Baringo North District. The overall objective of the study was to describe factors influencing use of modern FP methods. Specific objectives were (i) To investigate the role of knowledge, attitude and practice on the utilization of modern FP methods; (ii) To assess the influence of socio-cultural factors on uptake; and (iii) To associate and correlate the various factors with use of these methods. Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study. The district was stratified according to the four administrative divisions. Total sample size was proportionately allocated to each of the four strata then to the two health facilities that were purposively selected per strata. Women in the reproductive age group that met inclusion criteria attending outpatient service at the selected health facilities were consecutively recruited into the study. Data was collected through interviewer administered questionnaire. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were generated and results considered significant at 95% confidence level. Results: Of all the 344 respondents, 80.8 percent were aware of Modern FP methods. Pills and injection were most commonly known and used methods, mentioned by 66.2 percent and 64.4 percent of study subjects respectively. Sixty two percent of the respondents approved use of modern contraception while the current use rate was 32.3 percent. The significant predictors of use these methods were the respondents' age, marital status, knowledge on the methods and their side effects, and method approval by self and partner (p< 0.05). Conclusion: The low uptake of modern FP methods by women reveals their lack of knowledge on the various methods available, fear of harmful effects, and method approval by self and partner. There is need for reproductive health programs to intensify efforts in improving women's knowledge on modern contraceptive options including their side effects; and encourage constructive partner involvement.

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“…It was observed that married men participating in this research had accurate information about this issue. Studies indicated that men were interested in and concerned about adverse effects of family planning methods [16, 17]. In addition, these adverse effects were specified as reasons for quitting IUD method [2].…”

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Knowledge and approaches of married men applying to a primary healthcare center in Istanbul about IUD: A qualitative study

Önsüz

Hıdıroğlu

Karavuş

2019

North Clin Istanbul

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OBJECTIVE:This study aims to determine the knowledge and approach of men applying to a primary health care center about IUD by adopting qualitative research methods.METHODS:This study was qualitative research realized using an in-depth interview method. The interview was carried with 15 married men in a primary health care center in Umraniye, using 15 semi-structured interview questions.RESULTS:Knowledge of the men in this study about IUD and family planning was inadequate. Participants generally determined the advantages of IUD with its superiority over other methods. Adverse effects of IUD on women and men during intercourse were stated. Knowledge of men about IUD, its side effects and disadvantages were generally composed of misinformation and rumours about the subject.CONCLUSION:Men do not have adequate information and knowledge on family planning and IUD. Training provided by the health personnel might have a considerable role in demolishing misinformation and rumors and may augment the level of knowledge about IUD.

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Attitudes of married individuals towards oral contraceptives: a qualitative study in Istanbul, Turkey

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Predictors of Contraceptive Adherence among Women Seeking Family Planning Services at Reproductive Health Uganda, Mityana Branch

Predictors of Contraceptive Adherence among Women Seeking Family Planning Services at Reproductive Health Uganda, Mityana Branch

Determinants of Use of Modern Family Planning Methods: A Case of Baringo North District, Kenya

Knowledge and approaches of married men applying to a primary healthcare center in Istanbul about IUD: A qualitative study

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