Women's Health Nursing (여성건강간호학회지)
- Volume 12 Issue 2
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- Pages.124-131
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- 2006
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- 3022-7666(pISSN)
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- 3022-8247(eISSN)
Perceptions of Emergency Contraceptive Pills among Young Korean Women
미혼 여성의 응급피임약에 대한 인식
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Kang, Hee-Sun
(Department of Nursing, College of Medicine, Chung-Ang University)
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강희선
(중앙대학교 간호학과)
- Published : 2006.06.20
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the perceptions regarding the use of Emergency Contraceptive Pills (ECPs) among young Korean women. Method: The study included 14 unmarried women aged 19 to 34 years (mean, 25 years). Data was collected by focus group interviews and an in-depth interview from July to November, 2005. Content analysis was conducted. Result: The four major themes that emerged were control of accessibility, safety concern, lack of knowledge and information, and ambivalence. Control of accessibility: Most of the participants stated a prescription is necessary although they might feel ashamed if they had to ask for an ECP. Safety concerns: Participants thought that taking an ECP would be harmful to their body. Lack of knowledge and information: Most of the participants felt that they did not know enough about ECPs and were willing to learn more. Ambivalence: The participants stated that they would take an ECP when needed and would recommend it to a friend although they were concerned about the risks of ECPs. Conclusion: The results from this study suggest the need for an educational and awareness program to empower women to be able to make informed decisions on ECPs when needed.