Factors hampering program effectiveness

Popul Forum. 1976 Jan;2(1):9-11.

Abstract

PIP: Findings of the University of the Philippines evaluation research of family planning programs in the Philippines identify 4 major problems which limit effectiveness: 1) acceptance is leveling off; 2) greater proportions of acceptors are choosing the less effective methods; 3) women who switch methods tend to choose a less effective method than the first used and 4) continuation rates for the effective methods are declining. The authors suggest causes and possible remedies for the problems.

MeSH terms

  • Asia
  • Asia, Southeastern
  • Developing Countries
  • Evaluation Studies as Topic*
  • Family Planning Services
  • Health Planning*
  • Philippines