Factors associated with induced abortion in Metro Manila
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2007-10
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This paper identifies the factors associated with induced abortion using data from a community household survey in Metro Manila. Realizing that abortion is an end result of a series of sequential and interrelated events, it employs a three-stage analysis taking into account the factors associated with pregnancy and unwantedness of pregnancy. In each stage, the dichotomous response variable is regressed against demographic, socio-economic, and contraceptive use characteristics of women. Results indicate that women's parity and age are significantly associated with the unwantedness of pregnancy. Moreover, income and use of modern contraceptives are significantly associated with the incidence of induced abortion. Unlike many studies, this study yields a negative correlation between modern contraceptive use and induced abortion.
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MEDICINE::Surgery::Obstetrics and women's diseases::Reproductive health, Induced abortion, Abortion, Family planning, Women's health, Health