Publications by authors named "Gabriella Falk"

To increase the understanding of women who experience negative effects on sexual function when using hormonal contraception. We performed 24 in-depth interviews with women who had previously experienced negative sexual function effects while using hormonal contraceptives. The thematic analysis method was used.

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OBJECTIVE To compare contraceptive services provided by family planning clinics in Linköping and Norrköping in Östergötland County, Sweden. The two cities are of similar size but have different socio-demographic profiles. The abortion rate in Linköping (15.

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Objective: To study the experiences of teenagers using contraceptives at an out-patient abortion clinic and to explore the reasons behind their choices.

Methods: Twelve teenagers who had applied for induced abortion were interviewed three to four weeks after abortion. The interviews comprised open questions about contraceptive experiences focusing on hindrance for contraceptive use.

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Objective: Contraceptive counselling at the time of an abortion is crucial for preventing new unintended pregnancies especially in teenagers. What is discussed on this occasion should be recorded in the patient's file. In this study we examined what was documented in medical records (MRs) about previous contraceptive use and further plans as a reflection of what was discussed between the gynaecologist and the teenager.

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Introduction: One of the targets of national health programs is to prevent unintended pregnancies, especially among teenagers. It is well established that these often lead to abortion. Preventive programs aimed at decreasing abortion rates should identify target groups at risk for unintended pregnancies.

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