Contraception, stigma and misinformation: insights from University students in Turkiye.

ABSTRACT:

Aim

This study aims to explore university students' perceptions, attitudes, and knowledge regarding contraceptive methods within the sociocultural context of Türkiye. It specifically investigates how cultural norms, religious values, and social stigma influence young people's access to, and understanding of, contraception.

Methods

A qualitative design was employed using Reflexive Thematic Analysis as developed by Braun and Clarke. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 38 university students aged 18-25 from diverse academic backgrounds using purposive sampling. The interdisciplinary research team, comprising sociologists and health professionals, engaged in iterative coding, reflexive memoing, and theme development, emphasizing contextual interpretation and reflexivi

SUBMITTER: Suveren Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12639984 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature