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Published on: January 12, 2018
[Knowledge, attitudes and practices about contraception in an urban population]
R Chebaro1, L El Tayyara, F Ghazzawi
1Faculté de Santé publique, Université Libanaise, Beyrouth, Liban. drrima@lynx.net.lb
Summary
Women
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- Contraception knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) are crucial for reproductive health.
- Socioeconomic and educational factors may influence contraceptive uptake and usage.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare contraception KAP among married women attending private vs. community clinics in Beirut.
- To identify factors influencing contraception KAP in different healthcare settings.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 1003 married women (aged 15-49) in Beirut.
- Random recruitment from private (490) and community (512) clinics.
- Standardized KAP questionnaire administered to assess knowledge, attitudes, and practices.
Main Results:
- Two-thirds of women used contraceptive methods.
- Private clinic attendees had significantly higher socioeconomic status and educational levels.
- Despite free availability, community clinic attendees showed lower contraception KAP compared to private clinic attendees.
Conclusions:
- Contraception KAP is more dependent on socioeconomic and educational status than on the free availability of methods.
- Interventions should consider socioeconomic and educational factors to improve contraception uptake and practices.
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