Knowledge about emergency contraceptive methods in university students: systematic review
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Contraceptives, emergency contraception, knowledge, university studentsAbstract
The study was based on a systematic review of the literature on knowledge and perception of emergency contraception (EC) among college students. 66 articles were examined and 17 were selected for review. It was found that there is a lack of adequate knowledge about AEs, with different studies reporting poor levels of knowledge in the participants. In addition, significant barriers to accessing and using ECs were observed, such as fear of side effects, religious and cultural factors, and access difficulties. The main sources of information about EA were the Internet, friends, and the media. The importance of improving the dissemination of information on AEs using digital platforms, such as Instagram and TikTok, was highlighted. Myths and misunderstandings about ECs were identified, such as the belief that they are abortifacient. The need to provide clear information on the side and adverse effects of ECs was also noted, so that people are better informed when using them. In general, it was concluded that it is necessary to improve the knowledge, perception and access to emergency contraceptive methods in the university student population. It is recommended to promote sexual and reproductive education programs, address cultural and religious myths and barriers, and use digital platforms to effectively disseminate information about EC. However, the lack of uniformity in the forms used in the reviewed studies was noted, making it difficult to compare and analyze the results. The development of standards for the design and validation of forms is suggested in future research.
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