COSTA, Emília    LEAL, Isabel Pereira. Dimensões socio-cognitivas na adesão das mulheres à contracepção. []. , 23, 3, pp.247-260. ISSN 0870-8231.

The study propose a comprehensive model of adherence to contraception taking into consideration five socio-cognitive dimensions: self-efficacy perception, health locus of control, satisfaction with social support, information on contraceptive methods, and attitudes to sexual behaviour. The authors discuses the pertinence of the dimensions.

: Adherence to contraception; self-efficacy perception; health locus of control; satisfaction with social support; attitudes to sexual behavior.

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