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Determinants of contraceptive use dynamics: research needs on decision and choice

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  27 September 2011

Axel I. Mundigo ,
James F. Phillips  and
Aphichat Chamratrithirong
Axel I. Mundigo
Affiliation:
Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Bangkok
James F. Phillips
Affiliation:
Special Program of Research in Human Reproduction, World Health Organization, Geneva
Aphichat Chamratrithirong
Affiliation:
Research Division, Population Council, New York
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Summary

Because of the importance of contraceptive behaviour in most societies today a better understanding is needed of the social and behavioural factors affecting contraceptive decisions and choices of individuals and couples. This paper examines the need for longitudinal, theoretically-based studies of contraceptive use dynamics, including the timing, duration and interaction of reproductive events which may be more important than contraceptive technology in the social, cultural and economic context of fertility control. New research methods and appropriate analysis of data are relevant. Consideration of the social context is essential for the formulation and implementation of effective policies relating to the provision of contraceptive services.

Type
Research Article
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Journal of Biosocial Science , Volume 21 , supplement S11: Dynamics of Contraceptive Use , 1989 , pp. 9 - 16
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1989

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