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Why withdrawal? Why not withdrawal? Men's perspectives
Nuriye Ortayli1, Ayşen Bulut, Metin Ozugurlu
1Istanbul University, Child Health Institute, Family Health Department, Istanbul, Turkey. ortaylin@who.int
Reproductive Health Matters
|July 23, 2005
Summary
Withdrawal is a widely available male contraceptive method that men find advantageous due to its lack of side effects and cost. Despite challenges, it represents a responsible choice for family planning.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Family Planning
- Contraception
Background:
- Withdrawal, an ancient male contraceptive method, is often overlooked by family planning programs.
- Understanding men's perspectives on withdrawal is crucial for effective reproductive health strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore male perspectives on withdrawal use, encompassing both users and non-users.
- To investigate attitudes towards family planning, contraceptive information, and gender roles among male factory workers.
Main Methods:
- In-depth interviews were conducted with 62 male factory workers in western Turkey.
- Data collected covered withdrawal use, family planning attitudes, contraceptive knowledge, and socio-sexual experiences.
Main Results:
- Both users and non-users cited withdrawal's advantages: no side effects, accessibility, and no cost.
- Users found withdrawal easy and practical, emphasizing spousal responsibility and protection from other contraceptives.
- Non-users reported difficulties, coitus-dependence, anxiety, and reduced sexual pleasure.
Conclusions:
- Withdrawal is a valuable contraceptive option, offering distinct advantages and filling an important niche.
- Increased method choice, male participation, and responsibility in reproductive health are desirable.
- Withdrawal deserves greater attention and support within family planning initiatives.