“It should have been my decision”: A mixed methods investigation of contraceptive coercion among U.S. patients with and without disabilities

Key Points

• Contraceptive coercion is more prevalent in individuals with disabilities, highlighting a crucial societal issue.
• Self-reported discriminatory care significantly contributes to experiences of coercion in reproductive decisions.
• Mixed methods analysis was employed to capture qualitative and quantitative data on coercive practices in reproductive health.
• Understanding these dynamics calls for greater advocacy towards disability-informed reproductive justice policies.