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Highlights.. Conflict and Contraception in Chiapas.. Chiapas: The research area.. Methodology.. Living conditions.. Fertility and contraceptive prevalence.. Women's views on contraception.. The value of children.. Decision-making.. Contraception: Not before the first child.. Tubal ligation: The preferred method.. In conclusion.. References.. About the authors

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The GRHPP project aims at generating innovative knowledge about women's and men's needs regarding reproductive health services. Its data and conclusions provide evidence to help improve these services and to influence the development of reproductive technologies in such a way that they protect women's health and uphold women's rights to a free and well-informed choice from among a range of contraceptive methods. The direct participation of the target group - users of fertility- regulating technologies and reproductive health services - in action-research projects is a key aspect of defining more need- oriented development interventions in the field of reproductive health. Contraceptive practices in Chiapas, Mexico, and the value of children are the topics examined in this third issue of Current Reproductive Health Concerns. The authors' study shows how an apparently contradictory high fertility rate and high contraceptive prevalence can occur simultaneously. The study explains this situation as a result of women receiving tubal ligations only after having many children. Preference for this method is based on many reasons: fewer side effects compared to other methods; its natural mechanism (it does not "drug" the body); it is convenient and cheap; and its definitive nature allows for tranquillity and heightened sexual pleasure. Moreover, it is a one-time procedure, | quickly and easily performed, often just after childbirth. And not to forget, it is a one-time expenditure as well, a strong motive in such a poor region. Users' voices form the basis of this issue. The researchers notice the lack of information available about contraceptives, discussion, a critical voice on public health concerns is included. Inglés

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