Publications by authors named "Hyacinth Ogbonna Mbam"
BMC Womens Health
July 2023
Article Synopsis
- Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is a harmful practice affecting approximately 200 million girls and women worldwide, and this study focused on the factors influencing married women in Nigeria regarding the practice and intention to perform FGM.
- The cross-sectional study involved 421 married women in Abakaliki, Nigeria, with data collected through a validated questionnaire; analysis revealed a significant awareness of FGM but also a concerning continuation of the practice among respondents.
- Results indicated that education level influences FGM practices, with women having at least a secondary education being less likely to mutilate their daughters, while women who have undergone FGM themselves are more likely to continue the cycle with their children.
