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Health Talk On Importance of Family Planning
Health Talk On Importance of Family Planning
Rupa Ghosh
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVE :- after completion the topic the group will able to :-
introduce the family planning
define the family planning
described the importance family planning
explain the various method of family planning
mention the barriers of family planning
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DEFINITION
define the Family planning refers to the practice of controlling the What is
2 2 family number and timing of children in a family through the use family
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planning of contraceptive methods, sexual education, and fertility
treatments. It encompasses a range of services and measures
designed to help individuals and couples achieve their
desired number of children and to space and time their
pregnancies in a way that promotes health and well-being.
Family planning includes various methods such as birth
control pills, condoms, intrauterine devices (IUDs),
sterilization, natural family planning, and other fertility
awareness-based methods.
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2)Economic Benefits:
Household Economics: Families can better manage their
resources, providing improved education and healthcare for
their children when they can plan and limit the number of
births.
Women’s Economic Participation: By allowing women to
control their reproductive lives, family planning enables
them to pursue education and career opportunities,
contributing
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5)Permanent Methods:
Tubal Ligation (Sterilization) for Women: Surgical procedure to
block or seal the fallopian tubes, preventing eggs from reaching the
uterus.
Vasectomy for Men: Surgical procedure to cut or seal the vas
deferens, preventing sperm from being included in ejaculate.
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6)Emergency Contraception: Teachin Learn
Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Pills taken after unprotected g ing
intercourse to prevent pregnancy, effective within a few days. Activity Activi
Copper IUD as Emergency Contraception: Can be inserted up to five ty
days after unprotected intercourse to prevent pregnancy. Lecture listeni
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BARRIERS OF FAMILY PLANNING discussio
6. 5 Mention Despite the significant benefits of family planning, various barriers can n What
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the hinder access and effective use. These barriers can be categorized into
cultural, educational, economic, healthcare system, and policy-related barrier
barriers of obstacles: of
family
family 1)Cultural and Religious Barriers:
Cultural Norms and Beliefs: In some communities, traditional beliefs plannin
planning and cultural norms may discourage the use of contraception, viewing g?
large families as a sign of wealth or fertility.
Religious Opposition: Certain religious groups oppose the use of
contraceptives based on doctrinal beliefs, advocating for natural
methods or complete abstinence instead.
2)Educational Barriers:
Lack of Awareness: Many people may lack knowledge about the
various family planning methods available and their benefits.
Misinformation and Myths: Misinformation about side effects and
misconceptions about certain contraceptive methods can deter
individuals from using them.
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3)Economic Barriers: Teachin Learni
Cost of Contraceptives: The cost of contraceptives and family g ng
planning services can be prohibitive, especially for low-income Activity Activit
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Insurance Coverage: Lack of insurance coverage for family Lecture listenin
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4)Healthcare System Barriers: n O
Limited Access to Services: In many areas, particularly rural or J
underserved regions, access to healthcare facilities and family E
planning services is limited. C
Provider Bias and Training: Healthcare providers may have
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biases against certain methods or lack adequate training to
counsel patients on family planning effectively. O
Supply Chain Issues: Irregular supply and availability of R
contraceptive methods can impede consistent use.
5)Policy and Legal Barriers:
Restrictive Policies: Laws and policies in some countries may
restrict the availability and use of certain contraceptives.
Age Restrictions: Policies that restrict access to family planning
services based on age can prevent adolescents from obtaining
necessary contraceptives and education.
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