The main purpose of this study is to assess the attitude of Ebonyi State University Social Studies undergraduates towards the use of family planning devices. The specific purposes are to determine the attitude of towards the use of condoms as a device, to determine the attitude towards the use of withdrawal method as a device, to ascertain the attitude towards the use of oral contraceptive pills. Nearly half of all pregnancies in Nigeria are unintended, the highest of this instance occurs between 18-24 years of age. Four in ten of all unintended pregnancies are terminated by abortion. Sexually active adolescents aged 10-24 years of age are at the highest risk for contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and while young adults aged 15-24 years represent only 25 % of the sexually active experienced population, they acquire nearly half of all new STDs.
The high occurrence of unintended pregnancies and STD contraction can be prevented through contraceptive use. With contraceptives becoming increasingly easier to access, costing less, and expanding in variety or options, the question remains as to why such incidences of pregnancies and STDs are so high among the young adult age group. The CDC STD Surveillance report stated that STDs are hidden epidemics of enormous health and economic consequence in Nigeria. They are hidden because many Nigerians are reluctant to address sexual health issues in an open way and because of the biologic and social characteristics of these diseases. STDs are public health problems that lack easy solutions because they are rooted in human behavior and fundamental societal problems. Solutions to these societal issues can only begin through knowledge and discussion to explore how the adolescent population’s attitudes regarding contraceptives are affecting their use.
Family planning issues are important to university aged undergraduates. Education is associated with sexual behaviours, childbearing and contraceptives use and studies show that women are more likely to postpone pregnancy. Therefore, education can be described as a dynamic activity which involves an orderly, deliberate and sustained effort to develop knowledge and skills. Formal education is a process by which the human mind develops through learning at school in stages from pre-primary through primary, secondary to tertiary (university) institution. The present socio-economic situation in Nigeria has made it obvious that the women must be given sound.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background to the Study
1.2 Statement of the Problem
1.3 Purpose of the Study
1.4 Significance of the Study
1.5 Scope of the Study
1.6 Research Questions
2. LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1Conceptual Framework
2.2 Theoretical Framework
2.3 Empirical Review Literature
2.4 Summary of Literature Reviewed
3. METHODOLOGY
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Area of the Study
3.3 Population of the Study
3.4 Sample and Sampling Technique
3.5 Instrument for Data Collection
3.6 Validity of the Instrument
3.7 Reliability of the Instrument
3.8 Mode for Data Collection
3.9 Method of Data Analysis
4. DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
4.1 Data Presentation
4.2 Summary of Findings
5. DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS, SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Discussion of Findings
5.2 Implication of the Study
5.3 Summary
5.4 Conclusion
5.5 Recommendations
5.6 Suggestion for Further Studies
Research Objectives & Scope
The primary aim of this research is to assess the attitudes of undergraduate Social Studies students at Ebonyi State University toward the use of various family planning devices, specifically examining their perspectives on condoms, the withdrawal method, and oral contraceptive pills to understand the factors influencing their reproductive health choices.
- Evaluation of student attitudes toward condom use as a family planning device.
- Analysis of student perspectives on the withdrawal method as a contraceptive option.
- Investigation into student attitudes regarding the usage of oral contraceptive pills.
- Identification of the socio-psychological factors shaping sexual behavior among university students.
- Provision of recommendations for improved reproductive health education and service access on campus.
Excerpt from the Book
Hormonal Devices
Hormones are the chemical messengers the body uses to control and coordinate various physical processes. The major hormones influencing the female reproductive organs are estrogen and progesterone. Manipulation of these hormones may disrupt the normal processes required for fertility, such as ovulation, transport of egg and sperm in the Fallopian tubes, thinning of cervical mucus, and preparation of the uterine lining (endometrium) for implantation. Hormonal methods of contraception must affect these processes enough to prevent fertility, without causing too many other bodies some side effects or risks (Adamson, 2009).
Combination Oral Contraceptive Pills: The combination oral contraceptive (COC) pill is a highly effective, reversible female contraceptive. It is a highly effective, reversible female contraceptive. It contains both estrogen and progestin (a compound that mimics natural progesterone). Taken every day for three out of four weeks, it prevents ovulation by inhibiting the secretion of two regulatory hormones from the brain’s pituitary gland. The estrogen suppresses follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and thus prevents preparation of an egg for ovulation. The main contraceptive effect, however, is from the progestin, which suppresses luteinizing hormone (LH). The lack of the LH surge prevents ovulation. The progestin also has effects on the endometrium and cervical mucus. The endometrium becomes much less favorable to implantation due to thinning. Meanwhile, the cervical mucus becomes thick, limiting sperm penetration and transport into the uterine cavity. Even if ovulation occasionally occurs, these other effects contribute to the overall high contraceptive efficacy of 98 percent (Trussell and Vaughan, 2009).
Summary of Chapters
1. INTRODUCTION: Outlines the research problem regarding high rates of unintended pregnancies among university students and establishes the focus on student attitudes toward family planning.
2. LITERATURE REVIEW: Examines conceptual frameworks, Malthusian and social theories, and previous empirical studies regarding contraceptive knowledge, use, and barriers among youth.
3. METHODOLOGY: Details the descriptive survey design, population sampling of 160 Social Studies undergraduates at Ebonyi State University, and the use of a structured questionnaire for data collection.
4. DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS: Presents the statistical mean ratings of student responses regarding the use of condoms, withdrawal, and oral pills as contraceptive methods.
5. DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS, SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Interprets the findings, summarizes the conclusions regarding negative or positive attitudes toward specific devices, and provides recommendations for campus health education.
Keywords
Family planning, Social Studies, Undergraduate students, Ebonyi State University, Contraceptive devices, Condom use, Withdrawal method, Oral contraceptive pills, Sexual health, Unintended pregnancy, Reproductive health, Sex education, Student attitudes, Healthcare, Nigeria
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research study?
The study investigates the attitudes of undergraduate students in the Social Studies department at Ebonyi State University toward the use of various family planning devices to prevent unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.
What are the primary areas explored in this work?
The research examines the knowledge and attitudes toward specific methods, namely condoms, the withdrawal method, and oral contraceptive pills, within the context of university social life and peer influence.
What is the main objective of this research?
The objective is to determine how undergraduate students perceive and utilize these family planning methods, identifying if their attitudes are positive or negative and how these influence their sexual behavior.
Which methodology was utilized in this study?
The researcher adopted a descriptive survey design, collecting data through a structured questionnaire administered to 160 randomly selected undergraduate students.
What are the key themes addressed in the main body of the work?
The work covers theoretical frameworks like Malthusian theory, reviews of previous empirical studies on contraceptive usage, and detailed analysis of student-reported data on the efficacy and perception of different contraceptives.
Which keywords best describe the subject matter of this thesis?
Key terms include family planning, social studies, undergraduate attitudes, reproductive health, contraceptive devices, and university health education.
What did the study conclude regarding the use of condoms?
The findings indicated that the respondents generally held a negative attitude toward the use of condoms as a method of family planning, despite being aware of their benefits.
What was the student attitude toward the withdrawal method?
Students showed a generally positive attitude toward the withdrawal method, often citing ease of use and lack of cost as motivating factors, despite its higher failure rate compared to modern methods.
What were the findings related to oral contraceptive pills?
The analysis revealed that students expressed a positive attitude toward oral contraceptive pills, viewing them as effective backup measures for preventing unwanted pregnancies.
What are the final recommendations of the author?
The author recommends that school authorities and lecturers should intensify sex education and orientation programs, and that students should be encouraged to utilize professional healthcare services for better contraceptive counseling.
- Citar trabajo
- Ezebuiro Nnamdi (Autor), 2019, The Use of Family Planning Devices. Students' Attitudes in Nigeria, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/496781
