Document Type
Book
Publication Date
2016
Descriptions
The Quality of Family Planning Counseling in the Philippines examines the content, process, and client experience of counseling services within the country’s family planning program. Drawing on survey data, observations, and interviews, the study evaluates how well providers deliver accurate information, respect client preferences, and address reproductive health needs. It identifies gaps such as incomplete or unclear information, provider bias, and insufficient discussion of method side effects, while also documenting good practices in building rapport and supporting informed choice. The analysis situates counseling within the broader health system, noting constraints in training, supervision, and resources that affect service quality. By linking empirical findings to policy and program recommendations, the book underscores the need for improved provider capacity, supportive supervision, and client-centered approaches to ensure effective, respectful, and equitable family planning services in the Philippines.
Recommended Citation
Lamberte, E. E., Norella, L. P., Reyes, J. S., & Rodriguez, C. A. (2016). Quality of Family Planning Counseling: Lens from Stakeholders. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/res_sdrc/1
