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

Mundigo, Axel I. ; Phillips, James F. ; Chamratrithirong, Aphichat

In: Journal of Biosocial Science, 1989, vol. 21, no. S11, p. 9-16

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    Title
    • Determinants of contraceptive use dynamics: research needs on decision and choice
    Author
    • Mundigo, Axel I.. Institute for Population and Social Research, Mahidol University, Bangkok
    • Phillips, James F.. Special Program of Research in Human Reproduction, World Health Organization, Geneva
    • Chamratrithirong, Aphichat. Research Division, Population Council, New York
    Document Type
    • Postprint
    Language
    • English
    Published in
    • Journal of Biosocial Science, 1989, vol. 21, no. S11, p. 9-16. Cambridge University Press
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    Classification
    • Arts
    OAI-PMH Identifier
    • oai:doc.rero.ch:299586
    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