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Knowledge, Perception, and Access to Contraceptive Use in a Patriarchal Setting: A Qualitative Study of Selected Communities in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
Saviour Samuel Ekpo, Nsidibe Akpan Usoro, Esther Kingsley Egemba

Abstract
This study investigated knowledge, perception, and access to contraceptive use in a patriarchal setting. Information for this study was obtained through in-depth interviews focus group discussions and key informant investigation. Overall, 60 participants drawn from randomly selected communities in Uyo were recruited for the study. Findings reveal that knowledge and perception of men can mare or make the use of contraceptives in the study area. The accessibility issue which encompasses various factors, including availability, affordability, and acceptability, can either facilitate or hinder an individual's ability to use contraceptives effectively. Availability was also found to be a critical aspect of contraceptive access. When contraceptives are readily available, individuals are more likely to use them consistently and correctly. Based on these findings increased sensitization, and effective policy framework by the government and concerned agencies are key to designing intervention mechanisms to promote knowledge, positive perception, and adequate access to contraceptive use.

Full Text: PDF     DOI: 10.15640/jaa.v12a4