QUESTIONNAIRE ON FACTORS INFLUENCING THE ATTITUDE OF WOMEN

TOWARDS FAMILY PLANNING IN ILORIN SOUTH LGA

Section A: Socio-Demographic Information

Please tick (✔) or fill in the appropriate response.

1. Age:
☐ 15–24 ☐ 25–34 ☐ 35–44 ☐ 45+

2. Marital Status:
☐ Single ☐ Married ☐ Widowed ☐ Divorced/Separated

3. Religion:
☐ Christianity ☐ Islam ☐ Traditional ☐ Others (specify): __________

4. Educational Level:
☐ No formal education ☐ Primary ☐ Secondary ☐ Tertiary

5. Occupation:
☐ Unemployed ☐ Trader ☐ Civil Servant ☐ Artisan ☐ Others:
__________

6. Monthly Income:
☐ Below ₦10,000 ☐ ₦10,001–₦30,000 ☐ ₦30,001–₦50,000 ☐ Above
₦50,000

7. Number of Children: _________

Section B: Knowledge of Family Planning

8. Have you ever heard of family planning?

☐ Yes ☐ No
 9. If yes, from where? (You may tick more than one)
☐ Hospital/Health worker ☐ Radio/TV ☐ Friends/Relatives ☐ Religious
Leader ☐ Others: __________

10. Which of the following methods of family planning do you know? (Tick all that apply)
☐ Pills ☐ Condoms ☐ IUD ☐ Implants ☐ Injectables
☐ Natural methods ☐ Traditional methods ☐ Others: __________

11. How would you rate your level of knowledge on family planning?
☐ Poor ☐ Moderate ☐ Good

Section C: Attitude Towards Family Planning

Please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements.

(Strongly Agree = 5, Agree = 4, Neutral = 3, Disagree = 2, Strongly Disagree = 1)

Statement 5 4 3 2 1

12. Family planning is important for women's health.

13. Using family planning encourages promiscuity.

14. I believe family planning helps to reduce poverty.

15. Family planning is against my religious beliefs.

16. I feel confident discussing family planning with my partner.

17. Family planning reduces maternal mortality.

18. Men should be involved in family planning decisions.

19. I am afraid of the side effects of modern family planning methods.

Section D: Family Planning Practices

20. Are you currently using any method of family planning?

☐ Yes ☐ No

21. If yes, what method are you using? __________________________

22. If no, why are you not using any method? (Tick all that apply)
☐ Fear of side effects ☐ Religious belief ☐ Husband disapproves
☐ Lack of access ☐ Desire for more children ☐ Others: __________

23. Have you ever discussed family planning with your spouse/partner?
☐ Yes ☐ No

24. Do you intend to use family planning in the future?

☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Undecided

Section E: Cultural and Religious Beliefs

25. Do you believe your culture supports the use of family planning?
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Not sure

26. Do you believe your religion supports family planning?

☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Not sure

27. Would a religious leader’s opinion influence your decision to use family planning?
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Maybe

PARTICIPANTS’ INFORMATION SHEET

Factors Influencing the Attitude of Women Towards Family Planning in Ilorin South LGA

Participants’ Information Sheet

Project Title:
Factors Influencing the Attitude of Women Towards Family Planning in Ilorin South Local
Government Area (LGA), Kwara State.

Student’s Name and Matric no :

Department: Public Health Science

Supervisor : Prof. M.J. Saka

School: KWARA STATE UNIVERSITY, MALETE

Introduction

You are being invited to participate in a research study on women's attitudes towards family
planning. Please read this information sheet carefully before deciding whether to participate.

Purpose of the Study

The purpose of this study is to examine the factors that influence women's attitudes toward the
use of family planning services in Ilorin South LGA. This will help identify the barriers and
facilitators to the use of family planning methods and assist in developing better health strategies
for women in the community.

Why You Have Been Chosen

You are eligible to participate in this study because you are a woman of reproductive age (15–49
years) residing in Ilorin South LGA. Your experiences and opinions are important to the success
of this research.
What Participation Involves

If you agree to take part in this study:

 You will be asked to respond to a structured questionnaire.

 The questionnaire will take about 15–20 minutes to complete.

 There will be no physical procedures involved.

 Your participation is completely voluntary.

Risks and Benefits

Risks: There are no expected risks associated with this study. However, some questions may be
sensitive. You are free to skip any question you are not comfortable answering.

Benefits:
While you may not benefit directly, your participation may contribute to improving reproductive
health policies and services in your community.

Confidentiality

All the information you provide will be treated confidentially. Your name or any identifying
information will not appear in any report or publication. Data will be securely stored and only
used for research purposes.

Voluntary Participation and Right to Withdraw

Participation is completely voluntary. You are free to refuse to answer any question or to
withdraw from the study at any time without any consequences.

Questions or Concerns
If you have any questions about the study, you may contact:

 Student (Name, Phone no, Email):

 Supervisor: Prof. M.J. Saka

If you have concerns about your rights as a participant, you may contact the Ethics Committee of
Kwara State University, Malete.

Consent

If you agree to take part in the study, you will be asked to sign or give verbal consent before
participating.

Thank you for taking the time to read this information sheet and for considering
participation in this study.

CONSENT FORM
Title of Study:
Factors Influencing the Attitude of Women Towards Family Planning in Ilorin South Local
Government Area (LGA), Kwara State

Name of the Student:

Department: Public Health Science

Institution: Kwara State University, Malete.

Participant’s Consent Statement

Please read the statements below and sign if you agree:

1. I have read and understood the information provided to me in the Participants’

Information Sheet.

2. I understand that my participation is voluntary and that I can withdraw at any time
without giving a reason and without any penalty.

3. I understand that all the information I provide will be treated as confidential and used
only for the purposes of this study.

4. I understand that the study involves answering questions about family planning and
related topics.

5. I have had the opportunity to ask questions and all my questions have been answered
satisfactorily.

6. I understand there are no known risks or costs involved in participating in this study.

7. I agree to take part in this research study.

Participant’s Details

 Full Name of Participant: ___________________________________________

 Signature: ___________________________________________
  Date: ___________________________________________________________

Student’s Statement

I have explained the details of this research to the participant in a language she understands. I
have answered all her questions truthfully and completely.

 Name of the student: ___________________________________________

 Signature: _____________________________________________________

 Date: _________________________________________________________

Thank you for your cooperation and contribution to this research.