Motivational Interviewing-Based Family Planning Counseling and Its Effect on Attitudes and Intentions Toward Modern Contraceptive Use Among Women Using Traditional Contraceptive Methods
Motivational Interviewing-Based Family Planning Counseling and Its Effect on Attitudes and Intentions Toward Modern Contraceptive Use Among Women Using Traditional Contraceptive Methods
This study aims to evaluate the effect of motivational interviewing-based family planning counseling on attitudes and intentions toward modern contraceptive methods among women currently using traditional contraceptive methods. Despite the widespread use of traditional methods in many regions, including Turkey, modern contraceptive methods remain underutilized, leading to increased unintended pregnancies and related health burdens. Motivational interviewing is a client-centered counseling approach that supports individuals in making informed health decisions. By providing tailored counseling, this study seeks to improve women's awareness and motivation to adopt effective modern contraceptive methods, ultimately enhancing reproductive health outcomes. The findings are expected to contribute valuable insights for healthcare providers to improve family planning services and support women's reproductive choices.
The motivational interviewing process consisted of 5 stages with 8 participants per group. A pre-interview will be conducted, followed by the first session one week later. The remaining four sessions will be held at two-week intervals, for a total duration of 9 weeks. The first and last sessions lasted 60 minutes; the others about 45 minutes. The stages of the motivational interviews were planned as follows:
Initial Session: Purpose and process explained, participant experiences assessed, and pre-tests conducted.
Engagement: Explored feelings and experiences about traditional family planning methods.
Supporting Self-Efficacy: Evaluated knowledge and confidence in modern methods. Change Talk: Focused on motivation and awareness for switching to modern methods.
Planning and Maintenance: Concrete action plans created, barriers and coping strategies discussed, and post-tests administered at the end.
Inclusion Criteria:
Women aged between 18 and 49 years
Exclusion Criteria:
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