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Changes in contraceptive use in Bulgaria, 1995-2000
1Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research, Doberaner Strasse 114, D-18057 Rostock, Germany. carlson@demogr.mpg.de
Studies in Family Planning
|February 8, 2002
Summary
Modern contraceptive use in Bulgaria remained stable overall, but increased significantly in younger women. Future gains are expected through generational shifts rather than specific clinic programs.
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Public Health
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- National surveys in Bulgaria tracked contraceptive use between 1995 and 2000.
- The study period followed the end of the state socialist era, a time of significant societal change.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess changes in modern contraceptive use in Bulgaria.
- To identify factors driving these changes, including age, cohort effects, and program interventions.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of national survey data from 1995 and 2000.
- Examination of contraceptive use trends across different age groups and geographic locations.
Main Results:
- Overall modern contraceptive use showed minimal change.
- A notable increase in use was observed among women under 25, who began their reproductive years post-socialism.
- No distinct program impact was identified for specialized contraceptive clinics.
Conclusions:
- Contraceptive prevalence gains in Bulgaria are primarily driven by cohort replacement.
- Geographic disparities in contraceptive use diminished, with non-clinic cities showing progress.
- Targeted programs may have less impact than broader societal and generational trends.
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