scholarly journals Perceived Sustainability and Reliability of Naturopathic Birth Control Methods; A Study in Ningo-Prampram, Ghana

2021 ◽  
pp. 223-229
Author(s):  
Raphael Nyarkotey Obu ◽  
Lawrencia Aggrey-Bluwey ◽  
Ruth Nartey
Keyword(s):  
Birth Control ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Later Life ◽  
Control Methods ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Unwanted Pregnancies ◽  
Strongly Agree ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Background: According to worldwide estimates, some 600,000 women die each year of pregnancy-related causes, and another 75,000 die following unsafe abortions. At least 200,000 of these maternal deaths are attributable to the failure or lack of contraceptive services. Naturopathic birth control methods have been proven to be a safe and effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancies Aim: this study aimed to examine the use of naturopathic birth control methods and to explore the perceived reliability and perceived sustainability of naturopathic birth control methods among adults. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive survey design was used. Adults in the Ningo-Prampram Municipality were randomly sampled to select 100 respondents, who were then administered with the structured questionnaire. Data was analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 24. Results were presented using descriptive metrics. Results:  Majority of the respondents (39.6%) strongly agree to the use of naturopathic birth control methods 12 months. 34.1% strongly agreed as against 2.2% who strongly disagreed to the reliability of naturopathic birth control methods. 38.5 showed agreement as against 19.8% showing disagreement on the reliability of naturopathic birth control methods. 49.5% agreeing strongly to its sustainability, as against 3.3% disagreeing strongly. Conclusion:  It is indicative that given the benefits of naturopathic birth control methods, more adults are in strong agreement of its usage, reliability and sustainability, since it presents the user with no later life health issues such as infertility and complications in parturition. It is therefore important that, the issues of Sexually Transmitted infections (STIs) are addressed with abstinence and or fidelity with one sexual partner.

scholarly journals Women's attitudes towards mechanisms of action of birth control methods: a cross-sectional study in five European countries

2013 ◽  
Vol 22 (21-22) ◽  
pp. 3006-3015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Lopez-del Burgo ◽  
Rafael T Mikolajczyk ◽  
Alfonso Osorio ◽  
Tania Errasti ◽  
Jokin de Irala
Keyword(s):  
Birth Control ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Mechanisms Of Action ◽  
European Countries ◽  
Control Methods ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional

Experiences of living with a sexually transmitted disease: A cross-sectional descriptive survey

2018 ◽  
Vol 39 (2) ◽  
pp. 107-116
Author(s):  
Toni Haapa ◽  
Tarja Suominen ◽  
Anna-Maija Koivisto ◽  
Jari Kylmä
Keyword(s):  
Everyday Life ◽  
Statistical Methods ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Disease ◽  
Transmitted Disease ◽  
Previous Literature ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Responsible Attitude ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Some dimensions such as stigmatization have been identified in the previous literature regarding experiences of living with a sexually transmitted disease (STD). However, relatively little is known about the generic experiences of those infected. The aim of this study was to describe the experiences of living with an STD, as evaluated by those infected. Data ( n = 213) were collected via an online questionnaire and analysed using statistical methods. The experiences of living with an STD varied overall. The immutability of everyday life, a thirst for knowledge, a responsible attitude towards treatment of an STD and the dilemma of disclosing the STD were considered to best describe the experiences of living with an STD. The most recently diagnosed STD and its phase were most often statistically significantly associated with the experiences. We conclude that the diversity of these experiences should be recognized in healthcare, and used in the prevention of STDs.

scholarly journals Female condom: Knowledge, attitudes and practices of students in three faculties of the University of Douala

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 22-25
Author(s):  
Michel Ekono ◽  
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Henri Essome ◽  
JGS Bwemba ◽  
Pierre Marie Tebeu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
User Satisfaction ◽  
Practical Knowledge ◽  
Female Condom ◽  
Female Students ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Unwanted Pregnancies ◽  
Version 2.0 ◽  
The University

Introduction: The female condom is a polyurethane sheath that fits into the vagina before the sexual act, protecting the woman against both sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, and unwanted pregnancies. Objectives. We assessed the attitudes and practices of the female condom among female students in three faculties at the University of Douala. Methods: We conducted a prospective, cross-sectional and analytical study of female students aged at least 21 years old and willing to participate in the study. We excluded those who were not sexually active, as well as those whose cards were poorly completed. A pre-tested and questionnaire was used to collect socio-demographic characteristics, attitudes and practical knowledge of female condom students. The rating tables have been established. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 2.0 software. Results: A total of 320 students were enrolled in the study. The average age was 23.6 ± 4 years old. The majority of participants were single. 74.4% were poorly knowledgeable, 17.5% had average knowledge, and 0.3% had good knowledge of female students. The attitude regarding the female condom was unfavorable at 83.3% and indeterminate at 16.2%. The female condom use rate was 8.4% with a user satisfaction rate of 7.4%. Conclusion: Students in these 3 faculties have poor knowledge of the female condom. Their attitude is unfavorable, and its use infrequent and unsatisfactory

scholarly journals College Students’ Stress Coping Behaviors and Perception of Stress-Effects Holistically

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lauren Rose Dexter ◽  
Katie Huff ◽  
Mollie Rudecki ◽  
Sam Abraham
Keyword(s):  
College Students ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Christian College ◽  
Stress Coping ◽  
Coping Behaviors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Stress Effects ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Objective: The purpose of the current study was to determine college students’ stress coping behaviors and perception of stress-effects holistically (emotionally, mentally, and physically).Participants: The current study was conducted using a convenience sample of 120 students in a Midwestern Christian college with a student population of about 2000. Participants were mostly from the education, nursing, and ministry departments.Method: A quantitative, cross-sectional, with a descriptive survey design was most suitable for this study.Results: Students deal with stressors in positive and negative ways. Positive ways included exercise, depending more on faith, and telling themselves that everything will be “Okay.” Negative ways included eating more, sleeping less, increased use of the Internet and more procrastination.Conclusions: College students are aware of constructive ways to cope with stress; however, these techniques are rarely used.

scholarly journals Demographic-socioeconomic profile and sexual behavior of pregnant adolescents in a city in northeastern Brazil

2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Layla Melize Santos Menezes ◽  
Igor Soares Vieira ◽  
Leda Maria Delmondes Trindade
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Behavior ◽  
Birth Control ◽  
Family Income ◽  
Unplanned Pregnancy ◽  
Family Health ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Northeastern Brazil ◽  
Control Methods ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Socioeconomic Profile

Adolescence pregnancy pictures the interaction between the exertion of sexuality and the reproductive life, as a process influenced by the historical and social context of the embedded person. This study aims to portray the demographic and socioeconomic profile and the sexual behavior of pregnant teenagers. It is a cross-sectional study accomplished at Family Health Units in a Brazilian northeast city. Participated in the study 50 adolescents between 13 and 19 years of age. It was adopted a survey with open and closed ended questions. Among the adolescents menarche occurred at an average of 11.68 years of age (pd = 1.3); 48% of them had their first sexual intercourse before 16 years-old (group average = 14.30 – dp = 1.71); the majority were primigravidae; abstained from alcohol ingestion during the gestational period and did not use birth-control methods; 98% had low family income. The pregnancy was a reason for school evasion. The knowledge of birth-control methods was not an impedible factor to the early pregnancy. The appropriation of the guideline for birth control has become one of the biggest difficulties in the basic health basic system to avoid unplanned pregnancy. In this situational context, there are sociocultural, political and economic factors involved. 

INFLUENCE OF LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS ON PERFORMANCE OF LARGE MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN KENYA

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 50
Author(s):  
Allan Samuel Njogu Kihara ◽  
Dr. Patrick Karanja Ngugi ◽  
Dr. Kennedy Ogollah
Keyword(s):  
Large Scale ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Manufacturing Firms ◽  
Leadership Characteristics ◽  
Intellectual Stimulation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Idealized Influence ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Positive Effect

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of leadership characteristics on performance of large manufacturing firms in Kenya.Methodology: The study adopted a cross-sectional research design and descriptive survey design and the research philosophy was positivism. The study population study was 499 large scale manufacturing firms where a sample size of 217 firms was selected.Results: The study findings revealed that leadership characteristics have a positive and significant influence on performance of large manufacturing firms in Kenya.Policy recommendation: The study recommended that large manufacturing should put in place strategies that encourage their leaders to have leadership characteristics as it has a positive effect on performance. The firms should encourage and put in place measures that promote idealized influence, intellectual stimulation, inspiration motivation and individualized consideration as they influence performance positively.

scholarly journals Identifying Factors Affecting to Retailer-manufacturer Relationship Continuity Special Reference to Cosmetics Market in Kandy District

2018 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
S. M. K. M. M. Samarathunga ◽  
Shamini Newton
Keyword(s):  
Positive Impact ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Adaptation Strategies ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Correlation And Regression Analysis ◽  
Relationship Continuity ◽  
Sectional Analysis ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Aims: A key issue in the field of relationship marketing is developing and sustaining relationship continuity. By this study retailers and manufacturers can recognize the factors that effect on their relationships and those findings can use to meet their desired relational benefits. The main purpose of this study was to examine the factors affecting to retailer-manufacturer relationship continuity among cosmetic market in Kandy district. Study Design: The descriptive survey design and cross sectional analysis were used to analyse the data. Place and Duration of Study: This study was based on individual retailers who retail cosmetics products in Kandy district identified as the sampling element of the research. Research was conducted from August 2017 to February 2018. Methodology: A quantitative cross-sectional survey was conducted using a sample of 250 cosmetic product retailers. Convenience sampling method was used. The descriptive statistics, correlation and regression analysis were used to analyze the data. Results: The results revealed that significant positive impact exist between Trust, Commitment & Adaptation on Retailer-manufacturer Relationship continuity. According to the findings of this study, cosmetic manufacturers should remain focused on establish their relationship continuity with their manufacturer by maintaining better trust, commitment and adaptation strategies and also  it leads to gain better positive outcomes. Conclusion: Therefore it is reasonable to conclude that Retailer-manufacturer Relationship continuity can be created, reinforced and retained by developing Trust, Commitment & Adaptation strategies between Retailer-manufacturer.

scholarly journals INFLUENCE OF DYNAMIC CAPABILITIES ON PERFORMANCE OF LARGE MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN KENYA

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 106
Author(s):  
Dr. Allan Samuel Njogu Kihara ◽  
Dr. Patrick Karanja Ngugi ◽  
Dr. Kennedy Ogollah
Keyword(s):  
Research And Development ◽  
Significant Influence ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Dynamic Capabilities ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Manufacturing Firms ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Research Philosophy ◽  
Descriptive Survey

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of dynamic capabilities on performance of large manufacturing firms in Kenya.Methodology: The study adopted a cross-sectional research design and descriptive survey design and the research philosophy was positivism. The study population study was 499 large scale manufacturing firms where a sample size of 217 firms was selected.Results: The study findings revealed that dynamic capabilities have a positive and significant influence on performance of large manufacturing firms in Kenya.Policy recommendation: The study recommended that large manufacturing firms should also invest more in research and development, training, networking and innovation

scholarly journals Specifics of Sex Life and Methods of Birth Control Among Students at the University of Osijek

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-110
Author(s):  
Zvonimir Bosnić ◽  
Ljiljana Trtica Majnarić ◽  
Mile Volarić ◽  
Antonio Lozić ◽  
Domagoj Vučić
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽  
Birth Control ◽  
Sexual Experience ◽  
Control Methods ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Sexual Activities ◽  
The University

The aim of this study is to define specifics of sex life and methods of birth control among students at the University of Osijek. Participants were students who study at Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek. A newly formed questionnaire containing 31 questions was used for this purpose. The study included 549 voluntarily students, 54.3% of students had first sexual experience between 16 and 18 years of age. Most of them were long-term couples, who are managing better with sexual activities then students in short-term relationships, who are more stressed because of their studies. When it comes to the type of contraceptives, 71, 9 % of students used some of birth control methods, and most common is condom (75.9 %). However, 27. 9 % of students believe that natural methods of birth are safe enough. There are no significant differences in age at the time of first sexual activity considering gender, year at university and residency. The biggest reason for not using contraception is long-term relationship in which students do not feel fear of sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy.

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