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Determinants of the use of contraceptive methods by adolescents in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: results of a cross-sectional survey

20229 citationsOpen accessUniversité de Kinshasa (UNIKIN)

Abstract

The progress in the use of contraceptive methods by adolescent girls is not yet sufficient in the DRC. Socio-demographic factors, such as living in rural areas, poor knowledge of FP, and low-income are preventing teenagers from using FP methods. These findings highlight the need to fight against such barriers; and to make contraceptive services available, accessible, and affordable for teenagers.

Research topics

  • Global Maternal and Child Health
  • Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health
  • Reproductive Health and Contraception

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.1186/s12905-022-02084-3

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