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Kristen Lagasse Burke1, Joseph E Potter1
1Population Research Center and Department of Sociology, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX, 78712, USA.
Studies in Family Planning
|January 27, 2023
Summary
Many individuals using contraception are not using their preferred method. This mismatch can lead to discontinuation and unintended pregnancies, highlighting a need for better reproductive health services.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Survey Methodology
- Contraception Research
Background:
- Fertility surveys often assume contraceptive users are using their desired method.
- This assumption overlooks the common occurrence of discordant contraceptive preferences and use.
Approach:
- Reviewing existing evidence on contraceptive method preferences versus actual use.
- Highlighting the implications of unsatisfied contraceptive preferences.
Key Points:
- A significant number of individuals do not use their preferred contraceptive method.
- Unmet preferences are linked to increased method discontinuation and unintended pregnancies.
- Current surveys miss crucial data on contraceptive desires and reasons for non-use.
Conclusions:
- Incorporating questions about desired contraceptive methods and reasons for non-use is essential.
- Assessing contraceptive preferences can improve reproductive health service quality and alignment with user needs.
- Developing and adopting these survey items will enhance indicators of reproductive health service effectiveness.
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