KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PRACTICE OF FAMILY PLANNING AMONG ADULTS IN A RURAL COMMUNITY USING IYAMHO COMMUNITY AS A CASE STUDY.
Abstract
Background: Family planning reduces maternal mortality, overpopulation, and unplanned pregnancies. In Nigeria, contraceptive use remains low, especially in rural areas. Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of family planning among adults in Iyamho community, Edo State, Nigeria. Methods: A community‑based cross‑sectional study was conducted among 115 adults (women 15‑49 years, men 18‑60 years) using an interviewer‑administered questionnaire. Data were analysed using SPSS version 21. Knowledge, attitude and practice were scored and categorised as poor (
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