Use of Logistics Regression Analysis to Determine Significant Factors That Affect Contraceptive Use Among Females’ Students in Federal University of Oye Ekiti
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https://doi.org/10.33003/fjs-2026-1012-5721Keywords:
Significant Factors, contraceptive use, Logistic Regression, Female StudentAbstract
The aim of this study is to examine the factors that determine contraceptive use among female students in Federal University Oye-Ekiti, using logistic regression analysis. Data was collected through structured questionnaire to female students designed to capture information on contraceptive use and various explanatory variables required for logistic regression analysis. Findings revealed that a large proportion of respondents had used contraceptive previously, current use was relatively low. Respondents who had multiple sexual partners were significantly associated with contraceptive use, The results of logistic regression analysis revealed that educational level and employment category were stronger predictors than age, religion, marital status, or income. This implies that lifestyle, awareness and daily exposure influence contraceptive decisions more than traditional demographic factors. This study indicates that contraceptive use among female students is influenced more by educational exposure, reproductive experiences, and behavioural factors than by basic demographic characteristics.
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