Education and Husband Support Related to the Choice of Contraception

Abstract

Age influences the type of contraception chosen by individuals. Besides age, other factors such as education, income, and husband support also affect the selection of contraception among couples of reproductive age. The aim of this study was to determine the factors associated with the choice of contraception among couples of reproductive age in the working area of Ulu Talo Public Health Center (Puskesmas), Seluma Regency, Bengkulu Province. This study used an analytical research design. The sample for this study consisted of 236 individuals selected through consecutive sampling technique. A questionnaire was used as the research instrument. Data analysis was conducted using the chi-square test. The results of the analysis revealed that there was no relationship between age and the choice of contraception (p=0,922). There was no relationship between income and the choice of contraception among couples of reproductive age (p=0,862). However, there was a relationship between education and the choice of contraception among couples of reproductive age (p=0,000). Additionally, there was a relationship between husband support and the choice of contraception (p=0,033). In conclusion, the factors associated with the choice of contraception among couples of reproductive age were education and husband support.