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[Contraceptive practices in France]
1Institut national d'études démographiques, Paris.
La Revue Du Praticien
|December 1, 1995
Summary
Two-thirds of French women aged 20-44 use contraception, with oral contraceptives and IUDs being most common. Condom use increased significantly since 1988 due to AIDS awareness, especially among young adults.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Context:
- Contraceptive use patterns among women aged 20-44 in France.
- Trends in contraceptive method selection over time.
- Impact of public health information (e.g., AIDS epidemic) on contraceptive choices.
Purpose:
- To describe current contraceptive practices in France.
- To analyze the evolution of condom usage, particularly among young adults.
- To assess the influence of health information campaigns on sexual behavior.
Summary:
- Oral contraception is the most prevalent method (41%), followed by the Intrauterine Device (IUD) (16%).
- Condom use has risen notably since 1988, becoming a common temporary method for young individuals and those not in stable relationships.
- Among 20-24 year olds, 59% of women and 83% of men have used condoms, with half of women reporting condom use for first sexual intercourse in the past two years.
Impact:
- Provides insights into French reproductive health behaviors.
- Highlights the effectiveness of public health messaging in altering contraceptive practices.
- Informs public health strategies for sexual health education and contraception access.