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Contraception, stigma and misinformation: insights from University students in Türki̇ye
Yaşar Suveren1, Büşra Küçüktürkmen2,3, Hamide Arslan Tarus4
1Department of Sociology, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences , Sakarya University, Sakarya, Türkiye. ysuveren@sakarya.edu.tr.
Turkish university students face significant stigma and misinformation regarding contraception due to cultural norms. Enhanced sexual health education is crucial for improving knowledge and access to reproductive health services.
Area of Science:
- Sociology
- Public Health
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- University students in Türkiye navigate a complex sociocultural landscape.
- Contraceptive knowledge and access are influenced by cultural norms, religious values, and social stigma.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore Turkish university students' perceptions, attitudes, and knowledge of contraceptive methods.
- To investigate the impact of sociocultural factors on contraceptive understanding and access.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative design utilizing Reflexive Thematic Analysis.
- Semi-structured interviews with 38 university students (aged 18-25).
- Purposive sampling and interdisciplinary research team involvement.
Main Results:
- Ambivalent individual attitudes towards contraception, balancing autonomy and taboos.
- Sociocultural barriers, including stigma from religious/cultural norms, particularly for unmarried individuals.
- Significant knowledge gaps regarding contraceptive methods beyond condoms and emergency contraception.
- Strong demand for comprehensive sex education and accessible counseling.
Conclusions:
- Stigma and misinformation persist among Turkish youth regarding contraception, despite generational shifts.
- Culturally sensitive, inclusive, and scientifically grounded sexual health education is urgently needed.
- Findings are relevant for public health in conservative societies impacting reproductive autonomy.
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