Assessment of the Attitude of married men toward Modern Contraceptive

Authors

  • Abdulmalik Suleiman Author
  • Dauda Likita Author
  • Obadiah Bulus Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64450/njsh.v3i1.003

Keywords:

Attitude, Modern Contraceptive, Birth spacing, married couples

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the attitude of married couples toward modern contraceptives to understand the underlying factors that influence their perceptions and decision-making process about family planning. The study adopts quantitative approach via surveys with married couples from diverse backgrounds. The research has three objectives to guide the study which are- To examine the knowledge of married couples about family planning methods, to assess the attitude of men towards modern contraceptives use in Keffi, to ascertain the method of family planning used by couples in Keffi and to find out the role of education on family planning in Keffi. The research explored factors such as cultural beliefs, religious influence, access to information and personal experiences. The findings will highlight the existing attitude, misconceptions and the overall knowledge about modern contraceptive methods, providing a comprehensive understanding of how these factors affect reproductive choices. The study recommends that there should be a Comprehensive Educational Campaigns on modern contraceptive methods among married couples, Community engagement to disseminate information and dispel myths and address concerns. Tailored Counseling to implement personalize counseling sessions for couples that consider their unique beliefs, experience and cultural backgrounds to promote informed choices about family planning

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Author Biographies

  • Abdulmalik Suleiman

    Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi State

  • Dauda Likita

    Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi State

  • Obadiah Bulus

    Department of Sociology, Nasarawa State University, Keffi State

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Published

2026-03-10

How to Cite

Assessment of the Attitude of married men toward Modern Contraceptive. (2026). Nigerian Journal of Social Health , 3(1). https://doi.org/10.64450/njsh.v3i1.003

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