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Prevalence and Impact of Contraceptive Misconceptions Among Married Women in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
Rasha Ahmed Fouad1,2,3, Ghadah Abdulaziz AlShaikh-Mubarak1,2, Fai Fahad Alruwaished1,2
1College of Nursing, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Al-Ahsa 36361, Saudi Arabia.
Background:
Family planning is essential for improving maternal and child health. However, misconceptions and cultural beliefs remain significant barriers to contraceptive use in many conservative societies.
Purpose:
This study aimed to assess the prevalence of contraceptive misconceptions and examine their impact on contraceptive use among married women in Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted from January to April 2023, enrolling 379 married women aged 18-49 years from primary healthcare centers in Al-Ahsa. A structured, validated questionnaire was used to collect data on sociodemographic characteristics, contraceptive practices, and the prevalence of common misconceptions. Statistical tests were performed for data analysis using SPSS version 26.
Results:
Misconceptions were highly prevalent, with 94.7% believing contraceptives affect mood, 92.3% linking them to hormonal disorders, and 63.3% to impaired future pregnancies.
Conclusions:
The findings indicate that widespread misconceptions about contraceptives persist among married women in Al-Ahsa. These beliefs significantly limit the optimal use of family planning methods, despite relatively high educational attainment in the population. The study highlights an urgent need for targeted, culturally sensitive interventions to correct misinformation and improve women's reproductive health outcomes.
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