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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Towards Family Planning Among Married Women in Bangladesh: A Cross-Sectional Study
Journal of Medical and Clinical Nursing Studies, Vol.3(6), pp.1-6
12/11/2025
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Abstract
Background: Family planning (FP) is crucial for reproductive health, reducing maternal and child mortality, promoting gender equality, and achieving sustainable population growth, but gaps persist among Bangladeshi women. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) towards FP among married women in urban Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted between May and September 2023 among 330 married women aged 15–49 years attending selected public and private hospitals in Dhaka City. Participants were selected using a multistage sampling technique. Data were collected through a structured intervieweradministered questionnaire covering socio-demographic characteristics, reproductive history, and KAP components. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 20, employing descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and multivariable logistic regression to identify predictors of modern contraceptive use.
Results: Almost all respondents (96.4%) had heard about FP, with mass media (62.1%) as the main information source. The mean knowledge score was 11.6 ± 2.7 (out of 15), and 52.7% had good knowledge. About 63.3% exhibited a favorable attitude toward FP, recognizing its benefits for maternal and child health. However, 37.9% believed religion may discourage contraceptive use, and 28.2% cited husband’s disapproval as a barrier. Overall, 61.8% reported current contraceptive use—82.1% used modern methods, primarily oral pills (38.5%), injections (21.8%), and condoms (14.8%). Independent predictors of contraceptive use included higher education, husband’s education, number of living children, good knowledge, and favorable attitude (p < 0.05).
Conclusion: The study demonstrates that knowledge and attitudes toward family planning among married women in Dhaka are generally positive, but actual practice remains inadequate. Strengthening educational interventions, encouraging male involvement, and improving accessibility to long-acting contraceptive methods are essential steps to enhance family planning utilization and promote reproductive health equity in Bangladesh.
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- Title
- Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Towards Family Planning Among Married Women in Bangladesh: A Cross-Sectional Study
- Creators
- Lila Biswas - CRPBTamalika Biswas - Barisal Sadar (Bangladesh)Shukla Saha - CRPBPrity Sarkar - CRPBMasum Billah - Nursing Institute Chuadang (Bangladesh)Swarna Rani - CRPBNipa Akhikary - National Institute of Burn and Plastic Surgery (Bangladesh)Dola Mondal - Gopalganj Medical College and Hospital (Bangladesh)Mst Zannatun Naim - Nursing Institute Chuadang (Bangladesh)Mst Ria Akter - CRPBFaruq Ahmed - Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed
- Publication Details
- Journal of Medical and Clinical Nursing Studies, Vol.3(6), pp.1-6
- Publisher
- OASK Publishers
- Number of pages
- 6
- Identifiers
- 991013330006302368
- Copyright
- © 2025 Faruq Ahmed, et al.
- Academic Unit
- Faculty of Health
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Journal article