Analysis of reproductive health of Kazakhstani women in the context of socio-economic inequality: risks and methods of overcoming it

Abstract

The influence of socio-economic factors on the reproductive behaviour of women in Kazakhstan is analysed. The dependence of women’s reproductive attitudes on financial stability, cultural and gender stereotypes, as well as on access to medical services is revealed. The study uses survey and quantitative analysis methods. The results of the work show that a woman’s socio-economic status has a significant impact on her reproductive decisions. Women with high incomes have higher level of access to health services and are less influenced by stereotypes than women with lower incomes. The conclusion about the significant impact of socio-economic inequality on the reproductive behaviour of Kazakhstani women is substantiated. The importance of sociocultural aspect in reproductive health support programmes is emphasised. The study has significant scientific and practical value, since its results can be used to develop programmes aimed at increasing the availability of reproductive health services in Kazakhstan (adaptation of relevant medical programmes and development of educational initiatives aimed at supporting young women and economically vulnerable groups of the population).