Factors determining non-use of family planning methods among literate married adults in Ibadan, Nigeria
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2015
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Department of Educational Foundations, University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria
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The benefits of family planning methods cannot be overemphasized yet it is apparent that individuals who wish to adopt them could find it difficult because of various fearful factors that agitate the mind before subscribing to the use. This study therefore investigated factors determining the non-use of family planning methods among literate married adults in Ibadan, Nigeria. A sample size of 600 respondents was used, which cut across the variables of gender and religion. The questionnaire form of instrument was used to obtain the required information and it was subjected to test re-test method of reliability. The instrument possessed a reliability coefficient of 0.81, which is high enough for this study. The measure of central tendency t-test and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) statistics were used to analyse the data collected. The results revealed that health factors are the most significant determinants of non-use of family planning methods among the respondents while economic factors were also key. Male and female respondents differed in the factors determining the non-use of family planning methods but there was no significant difference based on region. It was recommended that there should be adequate reproductive health information through counsellors and health educators especially on the health–risks of family planning methods.
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Family Planning Methods, Determinants, Literate Married Adults