The contraceptive behaviour of immigrants is not enough reliable if the great number of abortions is considered. Possible explanations for this fact are immigration itself but also the cultural background. Within the practical guidelines for transcultural contraceptive counselling, the most important points are a low access limit, the use of translators and mediators familiar with the subject, enough time and a high motivation.

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sexual behavior economics psychological aspect methodology human ethnology Government Programs Humans Adolescent counseling female Review Contraception pregnancy cultural factor adult migration government Cultural Characteristics Transients and Migrants Contraception Behavior Switzerland Health Services Accessibility health care delivery