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contraceptive users, women’s choices on the method of contraception were associated their age and their
perceptions of the benefits of family planning. A lack of qualified family planning providers and facilities in rural
areas were barriers to the use of long-acting contraception, whereas the provision of services by the public sector
were associated with higher use. High-quality contraceptive counselling by field and health workers who provided
comprehensive family planning information assisted women to choose the most appropriate contraceptive
methods. Our study provides information for family planning policy and practice to assist in promoting modern and
effective contraceptive methods within Indonesia.

Keywords: family planning; contraceptive use; reproductive age; Indonesia

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