Theoretical and Empirical Background of Family Planning Use

Abstract

This document presents a theoretical and empirical review on main determinants that influence the family planning use. Some of the variables analyzed are civil status of women, educational level, knowledge and use of family planning methods, family planning of teenage population, among others. Within empirical evidence was found that the knowledge of anticonception methods is generalized, existing a high use of familiar planning methods by sexually active married or cohabiting women. Moreover, it is stated that although the use of planning methods has increased in teenage girls, it continues to be low. Also, there is a positive relationship between women educative level and their knowledge about anticonception methods and the demand for health services. Additionally, it is observed for Latin America and the Caribbean, that the use of anticonceptives has increased considerably in the last two decades although in a heterogeneously manner per country.