Powered by OpenAIRE graph
Found an issue? Give us feedback
image/svg+xml art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos Open Access logo, converted into svg, designed by PLoS. This version with transparent background. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Open_Access_logo_PLoS_white.svg art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos http://www.plos.org/ ZENODOarrow_drop_down
image/svg+xml art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos Open Access logo, converted into svg, designed by PLoS. This version with transparent background. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Open_Access_logo_PLoS_white.svg art designer at PLoS, modified by Wikipedia users Nina, Beao, JakobVoss, and AnonMoos http://www.plos.org/
ZENODO
Article . 2026
License: CC BY
Data sources: ZENODO
ZENODO
Article . 2026
License: CC BY
Data sources: Datacite
ZENODO
Article . 2026
License: CC BY
Data sources: Datacite
versions View all 2 versions
addClaim

Barriers and facilitators to access to contraception among young people: a systematic review

Authors: Luka Nkhoma; Joseph Mumba Zulu;

Barriers and facilitators to access to contraception among young people: a systematic review

Abstract

Abstract Background: In Low-and Middle-Income Countries, access to contraception remains a challenge, particularly among young people, as millions encounter difficulties in acquiring and utilizing modern contraceptive methods. This systematic review synthesizes existing evidence relating to barriers and facilitators to access to contraception among young people aged 10 to 24 years in Low-and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). Methods: We conducted a search of various databases for peer-reviewed studies published in English from January 1, 2015, to December 31, 2025, and we focused on research that explored the factors affecting access to contraception among young people in LMICs. We identified twenty-four studies that met the inclusion criteria, which were then thematically analyzed. Results: Individual factors, such as fear of side effects and insufficient knowledge, were identified as barriers to access to contraception. Family dynamics, including lack of support from family members and peers, were also noted as obstacles to contraceptive use. Additional barriers include health systems factors such as extended waiting times, negative attitudes from service providers, and lack of confidentiality. Social factors, such as fear of stigma, adherence to religious teachings, and cultural beliefs, presented further challenges. On the other hand, family support, approval from peers, easy access to options of contraceptive methods, and the assurance of confidentiality were recognized as facilitators promoting access to contraception. Conclusion: Young people in LMICs encounter numerous challenges in accessing contraception. To overcome these impediments, it is necessary to implement wide-ranging interventions that are aimed at addressing individual, health systems, social, familial, and economic factors.

Related Organizations
Keywords

Contraception, access, barriers, facilitators, young people

  • BIP!
    Impact byBIP!
    selected citations
    These citations are derived from selected sources.
    This is an alternative to the "Influence" indicator, which also reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
    0
    popularity
    This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network.
    Average
    influence
    This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
    Average
    impulse
    This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network.
    Average
Powered by OpenAIRE graph
Found an issue? Give us feedback
selected citations
These citations are derived from selected sources.
This is an alternative to the "Influence" indicator, which also reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
BIP!Citations provided by BIP!
popularity
This indicator reflects the "current" impact/attention (the "hype") of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network.
BIP!Popularity provided by BIP!
influence
This indicator reflects the overall/total impact of an article in the research community at large, based on the underlying citation network (diachronically).
BIP!Influence provided by BIP!
impulse
This indicator reflects the initial momentum of an article directly after its publication, based on the underlying citation network.
BIP!Impulse provided by BIP!
0
Average
Average
Average