Autor: |
Sathyanath, Shreyaswi, Narasimha, Harshitha Hanglur, Rashmi, Anusha, Kundapur, Rashmi, Rai, Santhosh, Prabhu, Sudhir |
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Zdroj: |
Indian Journal of Community Health; Apr-Jun2019, Vol. 31 Issue 2, p244-247, 4p |
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Background: A reflection on the census 2011 data tells us that gender preference has only been on the rise these past years. Objective: To assess perception regarding gender preference among mothers in Dakshina Kannada district. Materials & Methods: 2 tertiary care centres attached with medical college were selected in Dakshina Kannada district. Quantitative variables were collected using a questionnaire and qualitative component was done through focused group discussion. Results: Child preference was seen among 32.2% of the subjects. Preference for Male child if the first child was a girl was significantly associated with lower education and low income (p<0.05). Conclusion: Son preference is still existent in the society but not universally. It is more so when the first born is a female child. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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