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[Predictor variables of contraceptive method use in young people: A systematic review]
Sebastián Sanz-Martos1, Isabel M López-Medina1, Cristina Álvarez-García1
1Departamento de Enfermería, Universidad de Jaén, Jaén, España.
Objective:
To analyse predictor variables of contraceptive method use in young people.
Design:
Systematic review.
Data Sources:
PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Cuiden Plus, LILACS and IME databases were consulted.
Study Selection:
An assessment of the quality of studies was carried out by two researchers in parallel. As a result, a total of 5 primary research studies were selected.
Data Extraction:
Information was extracted on the selected study population, contraceptive method studied and predictor variables identified.
Results:
Seven predictor variables were identified that specifically explain the use of the male condom, contraceptive pill or emergency contraceptive pill. The most relevant variables were the level of knowledge and attitudes towards contraceptive use, therefore high knowledge and positive attitudes increase the likelihood of contraceptive use. Another notable finding was the presence of a formative bias with women having higher knowledge of hormonal contraceptive options and more positive attitudes.
Conclusion:
Future training programs should be oriented towards assessing behavioral changes through the development of positive attitudes towards contraceptive use by gaining knowledge of contraceptive options.
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