       Document 0634
 DOCN  M9620634
 TI    Knowledge and perceptions of emergency contraceptive pills among a
       college-age population: a qualitative approach.
 DT    9602
 AU    Harper C; Ellertson C; Office of Population Research, Princeton
       University, USA.
 SO    Fam Plann Perspect. 1995 Jul-Aug;27(4):149-54. Unique Identifier :
       AIDSLINE MED/96002893
 AB    Results from focus-group discussions with a population of university
       students who have convenient access to emergency contraceptive pills
       show that basic awareness about this method is high, although specific
       knowledge on appropriate use, such as the time limit for use, the level
       of effectiveness and the possible side effects, is lacking. Approval of
       the method is widespread among both female and male students, although
       students did voice anxieties about irresponsible use and the lack of
       protection against the human immunodeficiency virus and other sexually
       transmitted diseases. Many of their concerns stem from incomplete
       information about how the regimen works. Students noted how rarely
       emergency contraceptive pills are discussed, and were curious to know
       more. They asked for routine education on the method, as well as more
       general discussion.
 DE    Alcohol Drinking  Attitude of Health Personnel  Contraception Behavior
       *Contraceptives, Postcoital  Female  *Focus Groups  Health Services
       Accessibility  Human  *Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice  Male  New Jersey
       Sex Behavior  Sex Factors  Social Responsibility  Student Health
       Services  *Students  Universities  JOURNAL ARTICLE

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