Contraceptive switching in Bangladesh

Stud Fam Plann. 1999 Dec;30(4):315-28. doi: 10.1111/j.1728-4465.1999.t01-3-.x.

Abstract

Bangladesh has experienced a substantial decline in fertility that has been achieved by means of a large increase in the use of modern methods of contraception. As contraceptive prevalence increases, aspects of contraceptive-use dynamics, including reasons for discontinuation and behavior after discontinuation, become important influences on fertility. This report uses calendar data from the 1993-94 Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey to examine contraceptive behavior following discontinuation of modern-method use. The individual-level characteristics found to influence switching behavior include the method used, method-related difficulties with previous contraceptive use, and education. A large amount of unexplained variation in switching rates remains, however, largely at the individual level, but also at the community level for certain types of transition.

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Bangladesh
  • Birth Rate
  • Child
  • Choice Behavior*
  • Contraception / statistics & numerical data*
  • Contraception Behavior*
  • Developing Countries*
  • Family Planning Services / statistics & numerical data
  • Female
  • Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Population Control