Low Male Involvement in Antenatal care Services In DEnkyembour District in the Eastern Region of Ghana

WILLIAMS ADU; NORBERT AMISSAH DADZIE

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.61930

Low Male Involvement in Antenatal care Services In DEnkyembour District in the Eastern Region of Ghana

Author(s)	Mr. WILLIAMS ADU, Mr. NORBERT AMISSAH DADZIE
Country	Ghana
Abstract	This study aimed to examine the socio-cultural and economic factors contributing to low male involvement in Antenatal Care services in the Denkyembour District of the Eastern Region, Ghana. The purpose was to provide evidence-based insights to inform interventions aimed at increasing male participation to improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes. A qualitative case study design, grounded in a post-positivist paradigm, was employed. Using purposive and snowball sampling, 57 participants were recruited. Data were gathered over six weeks through semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions. Thematic analysis using NVivo version 14 revealed key patterns and themes. A major finding was the significant lack of knowledge and awareness of ANC services among men. Key barriers to male involvement in antenatal care included entrenched socio-cultural norms, traditional gender roles, economic pressures, and unwelcoming health facilities. Healthcare providers recognised the benefits of male involvement, such as improved decision-making and emotional support. The lack of male participation negatively affected maternal health-seeking behaviours and outcomes. Addressing this challenge requires a concerted effort to shift cultural perceptions and make health systems more inclusive for men. Recommendations suggest launching male-focused health education campaigns via community and mass media, restructuring health services to better accommodate men, involving traditional and religious leaders as advocates, and promoting supportive workplace policies. Future research should examine the long-term effects of these interventions and conduct comparative studies in other regions of Ghana
Keywords	Antenatal care, Cultural beliefs, Decision-making power, Economic factors, Health facility accessibility, Health-seeking behaviour, Maternal health, Psychosocial support, Social norms, Socio-cultural factors
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On	2025-12-03
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.61930
Short DOI	https://doi.org/hbdsq4

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