Determinants of Men’s Perspectives on Women Contraceptive Use in Ghana: An Analysis of the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey.

Desmond Klu, Institute of Health Research, University of Health and Allied Sciences, Ghana
Michael Odame, University of Environment and Sustainable Development
Paapa Yaw Asante, University of Health and Allied Sciences

This study examined the factors that shape men’s perspectives on women's contraceptive use in Ghana, drawing from the 2022 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey. Among 7,044 men surveyed, 63% disagreed with the notion that contraception solely concerns women, while 59% believed contraceptive use encourages promiscuity among women. Factors such as men’s education, residence, ecological zone, religion, ethnicity, and exposure to family planning (FP) messages significantly influenced their opinion on contraception being a woman’s issue. Men’s age, education, residence, marital and employment status as well as FP discussions with health workers and exposure to FP messages significantly influenced their opinion on perceived promiscuity associated with contraceptive use among women. The study underscores the importance of men’s socio-demographic characteristics and how their exposure to FP messages shape their perspectives on women’s contraceptive use. Policy implications highlight the need to involve men in decision making in promoting safe sexual and reproductive health practices.