Likert scale items | Favourable attitudes | ||
10 - 14 years n(%) | 15 - 19 years n(%) | p | |
It is hard to acquire birth control methods. | 181 (46.3) | 84 (47.1) | 0.751 |
The sex with a condom is not good. | 184 (47.1) | 65 (36.7) | 0.177 |
Using a birth control method control indicates a lack of confidence in your partner. | 189 (48.5) | 85 (48) | 0.923 |
Using birth control methods increases commitment in the relationship. | 68 (17.4) | 26 (14.9) | 0.454 |
I have difficulty talking about sex with my friends. | 205 (52.7) | 99 (55.9) | 0.475 |
Hormonal contraceptives (pill or injection to birth control) affect female health. | 107 (27.7) | 51 (28.8) | 0.789 |
The hormonal contraceptive is fattening. | 93 (23.8) | 30 (17) | 0.069 |
After contraceptive methods are used, it is difficult to become pregnant. | 95 (24.3) | 42 (23.7) | 0.884 |
Birth control should be a female concern. | 137 (35.3) | 64 (36.2) | 0.845 |
Birth control methods provide more sexual freedom. | 224 (58) | 116 (65.9) | 0.076 |
Pregnancy is more fattening than the use of hormonal contraceptives. | 240 (62) | 112 (64.7) | 0.538 |
Birth control should be the responsibility of the couple. | 344 (88.4) | 163 (92.6) | 0.129 |
It is important to know the methods of birth control even before starting sexual life. | 319 (82.2) | 155 (89.6) | 0.026 |
There are no difficulties with using birth control methods. | 220 (56.7) | 104 (59.1) | 0.595 |