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Factors affecting fertility preference in Bangladesh: a multivariate analysis
Janasamkhya
|June 1, 1992
Summary
Family size desires among Bangladeshi women are primarily determined by the number of living children. This finding highlights a key factor influencing reproductive choices in the region.
Area of Science:
- Demography
- Sociology
- Public Health
Background:
- Understanding factors influencing family size desires is crucial for reproductive health planning.
- Previous research indicates a complex interplay of socio-economic and demographic variables on fertility preferences.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify correlated factors and their relative importance in explaining variations in family size desires among Bangladeshi women.
- To assess the direction and magnitude of associations between various determinants and family size desires.
Main Methods:
- Utilized multiple linear regression analysis.
- Examined a set of variables to determine their contribution to the variation in family size desires.
Main Results:
- The number of living children emerged as the principal determinant of family size desires.
- Other variables showed varying degrees of association, but none were as significant as the number of living children.
Conclusions:
- The number of living children is the most significant factor influencing family size desires in the studied population.
- Future interventions should consider this primary determinant when addressing reproductive health and family planning in Bangladesh.