Protocol for a discrete choice experiment: understanding preferences for seeking health services for survivors of sexual violence in Uganda.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Sexual violence is a significant public health concern with severe physical, social and psychological consequences, which can be mitigated by health service utilisation. However, in Uganda and much of sub-Saharan Africa, these services are significantly underused, with 9 out of 10 survivors not seeking care due to a range of psychological, cultural, economic and logistical factors. Thus, there is a strong need for research to improve health service utilisation for survivors of sexual violence.

Methods and analysis

The proposed study seeks to address the underutilization of health services for female survivors of sexual violence using a discrete choice experiment (DCE). The study will be conducted in the greater Masaka region of southwestern Uganda and target adu

SUBMITTER: Stark L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11308909 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature