Determinants of male involvement in family planning services in Abia State, Southeast Nigeria.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Male involvement in family planning (FP) remains low in male-dominant communities. Family planning contributes to the regulation of fertility and population growth in Nigeria. Increasing male involvement in family planning services is crucial in reducing maternal morbidity and mortality in patriarchal societies such as Nigeria. This study identified the determinants of male involvement in family planning services in Abia State, Nigeria.

Methods

This was a cross-sectional study conducted in twelve communities of Abia State, Nigeria. A total of 588 married men who met the eligibility criteria were recruited using a multistage sampling technique. An interviewer-administered semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect data on the variables. Univariate, bivariate

SUBMITTER: Amuzie CI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9386938 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature