Underuse of modern contraception in sub-Saharan Africa: are there implications for sustainable development and climate change? A review of the literature

Objectives: The aim of this study was to review the recent literature regarding the underuse of modern contraception in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and examine the link with poverty, conflict, sustainable development and climate change. Methods: Data were examined in the PubMed, Hindawi and Science Dir...

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Published in:The European journal of contraception & reproductive health care 2019-07, Vol.24 (4), p.314-318
Main Authors: Adedze, Miranda, Osei-Yeboah, Richard
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Africa South of the Sahara
areas
barriers
Birth control
Climate Change
Contraception - psychology
Contraception Behavior - ethnology
Contraception Behavior - psychology
Environmental & Occupational Health
Female
Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
Health Sciences
Health Services Misuse
Humans
Hälsovetenskaper
modern contraception
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Public
Religion
state
sub-Saharan Africa
Sustainable Development
underuse
women
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Summary:Objectives: The aim of this study was to review the recent literature regarding the underuse of modern contraception in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and examine the link with poverty, conflict, sustainable development and climate change. Methods: Data were examined in the PubMed, Hindawi and Science Direct databases. Selected studies were primary research published in the last 10 years relating to modern contraceptive use in SSA. Results: Six common themes contributing to modern contraceptive underuse in SSA emerged: conflicts and security, religious and cultural restrictions, partner consent and support, misconceptions and lack of education, health system barriers and the socioeconomic benefits of having a larger family. Conclusions: The identified barriers to modern contraceptive use in SSA are preventable. It is imperative to ensure that adequate, sustainable measures are implemented to increase the uptake of modern contraception in SSA.
ISSN:1362-5187
1473-0782
DOI:10.1080/13625187.2019.1618448