Impact of Intellect on the Efficacy of Healthcare Service Utilization Within Familial Concept

Abstract

This study explores the intricate relationship between maternal intelligence and the effectiveness of healthcare service utilization in the context of family planning. Understanding how a mother's cognitive abilities impact the utilization of healthcare services is crucial for enhancing decision-making processes and improving the health outcomes of mothers and children. The study utilized a diverse demographic sample and implemented a correlational methodology. The sample for this study comprised 115 married women within the reproductive age range of 20 to 45 years. Employing a blend of quantitative measures and qualitative assessments, this research scrutinizes cognitive factors that influence decision-making regarding family planning services.  The methodology incorporated various tools for data collection, including a demographic profile form, the Women's Empowerment Gauge, and the Healthcare Access Survey. These assessment instruments encompassed questions concerning the utilization of antenatal health services, infant healthcare, and preferences regarding birthing locations. Results illustrated that there exists a noteworthy correlation between social empowerment and place of delivery.  Similarly, a notable correlation emerged between psychological empowerment and the utilization of Prenatal Health Services (PHS) as well as the choice of delivery location. Key determinants influencing the utilization of PHS, Neonatal care (NC), and the selection of delivery locations were found to be the women's age and their age at the time of marriage. Furthermore, it was discovered that the educational attainment of women played a crucial role in predicting both the utilization of NC and the prevalence of postpartum depression. The results indicate that it is imperative to adopt specific strategies aimed at empowering women in Pakistan in order to improve the utilization of maternal-child healthcare services and safeguard the well-being of both mothers and children. The primary focus of this study pertains to the subject of women's empowerment and its correlation with the age at which women marry and the provision of healthcare for their children. The utilization of logistic regression analysis is employed to investigate and analyze the association in question.