Factors associated with unrealized fertility among women approaching the end of reproductive age in sub-Saharan Africa
A large proportion of women nearing the end of their reproductive careers in sub-Saharan Africa have experienced unrealized fertility. Therefore, addressing cultural norms surrounding sex preference and number of children, alongside empowering women through improved access to education, healthcare, and comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services, is critical.
Authors
- Mekonnen Birhanie Aregu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4110-0345)
- Achamyeleh Birhanu Teshale (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7572-9993)
- Tsion Mulat Tebeje (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2911-2095)
- Mesfin Abebe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9340-0091)
Institutions
- Dilla University (ET)
- University of Gondar (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PLoS ONE
- Published
- 2025-09-02
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0331265
- Primary Topic
- Demographic Trends and Gender Preferences
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00