Cambodia (2007): In-Depth Interviews and Focus Group Discussions to Understand Barriers and Motivators to Family Planning

This qualitative study addresses the barriers to use of modern contraceptive methods, in particular hormonal methods among Cambodian women. It aims to understand not only the personal reasons that may contribute to contraceptive use, but also the broader social influences that encourage or discourage the uptake and upkeep of hormonal methods. The purpose of this study is to provide information that can be used to develop a message or campaign personality for women of reproductive age.y A convenience sample was used for this study. Recruitment was conducted in rural and urban areas of Pursat province, Cambodia, using a snowball sampling method. Women between the ages of 15 and 49 were selected for inclusion into focus group discussions.