Abstract:
A cross sectional study was carried out in the Medical Officer of Health division
Kattankudy to assess the knowledge and practices of modem contraceptive methods and the
decision making role of the husband regarding contraception among eligible couples. The
data were collected by using pretested interviewer administrated questionnaire. A very small
proportion ( 2.6 percent ) of participants unable to named at least a single method of modem
contraceptive method. The knowledge on modem temporary contraceptive methods other
than Intra Uterine Contraceptive Device was excellent. The primary health care staffs were
the chief sources of knowledge providers for the modem contraceptive methods. The key
role played by the PHM's in providing the Knowledge and services of modem contraceptive
methods could be visualized in extent. The Government Hospitals, private dispensaries and
the medias could be utilized for the internalization programmes of the modem contraceptive
knowledge. The overall contraceptive prevalence was low compared to ever used
contraception prevalence may be due to the recent Tsunami tidal wave attack and the ethnic
conflict and lack of services and motivation at present. This has to be addressed by proper
authorities to be given more attention by the government and non governmental
organization work in the field of family planning. Though the males approval for
contraception was very high the initial need for family planning was shouted by the wives,
in this regard the global attention has to be paid.
