Perceptions of indigenous Baganda men regarding the use of LARCs by their rural women
Résumé
Abstract Many women's complications during pregnancy, labour, and postpartum are the leading causes of death worldwide. Contraceptives, particularly long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), are the most important and effective interventions for reducing maternal mortality. LARCs assist the mother in delaying pregnancy and permit extended intervals between births. However, the utilisation of LARCs remains low globally and in Uganda, partly due to inadequate male partner support. This study aimed to ascertain the perceptions of rural indigenous Ugandan men regarding the use of LARCs by rural women. The research was conducted in the Ugandan districts of Kiboga. Using purposeful sampling, ten married men aged 20 to 49 were selected for individual interviews. For face-to-face interviews, the researcher used semi-structured questions. Data analysis was performed by transcribing the interviews, arranging the field notes, organising and preserving the data, listening to recordings, perusing field notes and interviews, and then coding and categorising the data to identify the phenomenon's emergent themes. The study found that indigenous Baganda men had perceptions regarding their rural women's use of LARCs, and these perceptions acted as barriers to use. These included that adverse effects, fears, and desires. The study suggests strengthening social and behavioural change in communication, service delivery for LARCs, and monitoring and evaluation systems for LARCs. In addition, policymakers should foster a conducive environment for the provision of LARC services, and should prepare pre-service and in-service healthcare professionals to provide LARC services through health training institutions and universities.
Citer ce document
Accès au document
Texte intégral en lecture en ligne, réservé aux abonnés SPHAERO et aux membres de l'institution. Se connecter
Voir l'article sur le site de la revueStatistiques
Consultations : 1
Téléchargements : 0