Influence of contraceptive use on maternal and women’s public health outcomes in Finland
Soetan, Olugbenga; Adom, Gideon (2025)
2025
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025121034282
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025121034282
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Contraceptive use is a key determinant of maternal and public health, yet uptake is impacted by complex socioeconomic, demographic, sociocultural, and health-related aspects. This study examines the factors affecting use of contraceptive among women between ages of 15 and 49 in Finland and its impact on maternal and public health outcomes.
A descriptive literature review was conducted using peer-reviewed articles. Data were extracted and analyzed using inductive content analysis, allowing themes and patterns to emerge regarding determinants of contraceptive use and associated health outcomes.
Based on the literature review conducted in this study, education, income, age, urban residence, and duration of stay in Finland influence contraceptive use, with educated and wealthier women more likely to adopt modern methods. Sociocultural norms, partner influence, and mental health also shape decisions. Free long-acting contraception has reduced abortions and teenage pregnancies, improved health equity,and shown no negative reproductive or mental health effects.
Contraceptive use in Finland improves maternal and public health through prevention of unintended pregnancies, promotion of equity, and safe reproductive practices. Persistent gaps remain among immigrant and low-income populations, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive, accessible, and inclusive family planning services.
A descriptive literature review was conducted using peer-reviewed articles. Data were extracted and analyzed using inductive content analysis, allowing themes and patterns to emerge regarding determinants of contraceptive use and associated health outcomes.
Based on the literature review conducted in this study, education, income, age, urban residence, and duration of stay in Finland influence contraceptive use, with educated and wealthier women more likely to adopt modern methods. Sociocultural norms, partner influence, and mental health also shape decisions. Free long-acting contraception has reduced abortions and teenage pregnancies, improved health equity,and shown no negative reproductive or mental health effects.
Contraceptive use in Finland improves maternal and public health through prevention of unintended pregnancies, promotion of equity, and safe reproductive practices. Persistent gaps remain among immigrant and low-income populations, highlighting the need for culturally sensitive, accessible, and inclusive family planning services.