ArticleBMJ open2024
Community perceptions, beliefs and factors determining family planning uptake among men and women in Ekiti State, Nigeria: finding from a descriptive exploratory study.
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Abstract
objectivesTo examine family planning through the community's perception, belief system and cultural impact; in addition to identifying the determining factors for family planning uptake.
designA descriptive exploratory study.
settingThree communities were selected from three local government areas, each in the three senatorial districts in Ekiti State.
participantsThe study was conducted among young unmarried women in the reproductive age group who were sexually active as well as married men and women in the reproductive age group who are currently living with their partners and were sexually active.
main outcome measuresEight focus group discussions were conducted in the community in 2019 with 28 male and 50 female participants. The audio recordings were transcribed, triangulated with notes and analysed using QSR NVivo V.8 software. Community perception, beliefs and perceptions of the utility of family planning, as well as cultural, religious and other factors determining family planning uptake were analysed.
resultsThe majority of the participants had the perception that family planning helps married couple only. There were diverse beliefs about family planning and mixed reactions with respect to the impact of culture and religion on family planning uptake. Furthermore, a number of factors were identified in determining family planning uptake-intrapersonal, interpersonal and health system factors.
conclusionThe study concluded that there are varied reactions to family planning uptake due to varied perception, cultural and religious beliefs and determining factors. It was recommended that more targeted male partner engagement in campaign would boost family planning uptake.
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