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2024 (1)

Fifty years of population ageing in Selangor: 1970-2020

Item Type: Scientific Poster

Ibrahim, Rahimah and

Chai, Sen Tyng and

Abstract: According to the 2020 Cencus, Selangor Darul Ehsan is the most populous States in Malaysia with total population of 6,994,423 persons and 1,836,410 households (average household size= 3.8 persons). With a total GDP of RM 326,805 million (RM 48,606 per capita), the relatively young...[Read More]

2023 (3)

Faktor kritikal mendepani isu dan cabaran tenaga kerja menua

Item Type: Book Section

Abdul Jalil, Nur Syahidah and

Mohamad, Muhammad Hisyam and

Lai, Siow Li and

Palil, Mohd Rizal and

Supaat, Dina Imam and

Abstract: An aging workforce is one of the few phenomena faced by countries experiencing an aging population. This is also the case in Malaysia which has been categorized as an aging country by the World Bank since 2020. The aging workforce poses a number of issues and challenges to policy...[Read More]

Faktor yang mempengaruhi amalan selamat pengurusan kebersihan haid dalam kalangan pelajar perempuan di Malaysia

Item Type: Book Section

Muda, Syafina and

Kamalul Razib, Khairul Faqri and

Lai, Siow Li and

Palil, Mohd Rizal and

Supaat, Dina Imam and

Abstract: Menstruation is a normal physiological process of females at their reproductive age and it requires the best regular hygiene management. However, unsafe menstrual hygienic practice can lead to problems related to reproductive health, poor educational performance and poor quality of...[Read More]

Factors affecting financial wellbeing among informal sector workers in Malaysia

Item Type: Book Section

Abd Rahman, Rafidah and

Mohd Yusoff, Yusmani and

Md Radzi, Nor Zuhairatun and

Lai, Siow Li and

Palil, Mohd Rizal and

Supaat, Dina Imam and

Abstract: Challenges in the employment sector have become a global concern since the country was hit by the COVID-19 epidemic which caused a financial crisis, threatened the survival and wellbeing of the people and resulted in many individuals moving from the formal employment sector to the...[Read More]

2021 (3)

Family planning practices during the period of National Recovery Plan (NRP)

Item Type: Infographic

National Population and Family Development Board, Malaysia, and

Abstract: This poll involved 2, 613 married women aged between 15 to 49 years old in Malaysia that was carried out from 16th to 29th August 2021 via an online survey.

Family well being & the emergence of global pandemic

Item Type: Newsletter

Mahpul, Irwan Nadzif and

Mohammad, Ahmad Hashimi and

Mazalan, Mohd Firdaus and

Abdul Razak, Ahmad Rasyidee and

Mohammad Fuzi, Nur Ashikin and

Sukarno, Nur Syafira and

Abstract: National Population and Family Development Board (NPFDB) has introduced a Family Well-Being Index (FWBI) to specifically measure the well-being of families in Malaysia. The third series of the FWBI was conducted in 2019, prior to pandemic which start hitting the globe at the end of...[Read More]

Fatherhood program and children’s development: Does it mature?

Item Type: Book Section

Mohd Yusof, Siti Nubailah and

Abdul Aziz, Abdul Rashid and

Lim Abdullah, Haslee Sharil and

Tey, Nai Peng and

Low, Sarinah and

Awang, Halimah and

Lai, Siow Li and

Abdul Mutalib, Muzalwana and

Ishak, Nur Annizah and

Mohd Kamil, Nurul Liyana and

Soon, Siew Voon and

Yong, Sook Lu and

Tengku Razif, Tengku Aira and

Shiau, Yun Chong and

Palil, Mohd Rizal and

Abstract: The prevalence of social problems and criminal cases among teenagers in Malaysia is at an alarming level. Often, such problems are associated with the fragility of the family institution underpinned by the role of the father. In Malaysia, fatherhood-related programs are still limited...[Read More]

2018 (3)

Fertility preferences in Malaysia

Item Type: Book Section

Abdul Rashid, Saharani and

Ab. Ghani, Puzziawati and

Mahmud, Adzmel and

Ismail, Najihah and

Aziz, Azlan and

Abstract: Most countries have been experiencing changes in fertility pattern over the last few decades. Fertility transition from high to low is a relatively recent phenomenon in Malaysia. The total fertility rate (TFR) had declined from 4.9 children per woman in 1970 to 4.0 in 1980. It has...[Read More]

Family planning is a human right

Item Type: Infographic

National Population and Family Development Board, Malaysia, and

Abstract: World Population Day is celebrated every year on July 11th. The event was established by the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme in 1989, aim to focus on the importance of population issues including gender equality, poverty, reproductive health and migration....[Read More]

Fathers' bonding and self-esteem among trainees in the drugs treatment and rehabilitation center in Melaka

Item Type: Thesis

Bakri, Zaharin and

Abstract: The paper discusses a survey study that examined the father’s bonding and its relationship with self-esteem. A total of 97 trainees in Cure and Care Rehabilitation Centre (CCRC), Tiang Dua, Melaka who participated in the study had responded to questionnaires on aspects of fathers’...[Read More]

2016 (3)

Download Attachment	Family and Community Empowerment (FACE) Item Type: Video Author: Lembaga Penduduk dan Pembangunan Keluarga Negara, Malaysia, and Author: Editor: Year: 2016 Abstract: A short video on Family and Community Empowerment. The institution of the family plays an important role in ensuring stability and well -being in a society.
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Fertiliti dan Konsepsi - Senario memilih jantina

Item Type: Article

Abu Hassan, Yusri Sham and

Abstract: The tendency to choose the sex of a baby by a couple has occurred since time immemorial due to several factors including social, cultural, economic, belief, religious, and health factors. A study conducted by the United Nations Population Fund (UNPF) has outlined three main factors of...[Read More]

Download Attachment	Fertiliti dan kesihatan reproduktif Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item Author: Ismail, Siti Norlasiah and Author: Editor: Year: 2016 Abstract: This presentation slide discusses the findings of KPKM-5 from the aspect of fertility and family planning practices among married women and sexual behavior problems among adolescents.
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2015 (3)

Factors associated with duration of breastfeeding in Peninsular Malaysia

Item Type: Scientific Poster

Mahpul, Irwan Nadzif and

Adnan, Tassha Hilda and

Abstract: Breastfeeding is the natural way of feeding a baby, so it should be easy and trouble free for most mothers. It is recommended that mothers to breastfeed their babies exclusively, without giving any other food or drink, for the first six months and continue breastfeeding with...[Read More]

Faktor risiko dan pelindung terhadap kesihatan seksual dan reproduktif remaja di Semenanjung Malaysia

Item Type: Research Report

Lembaga Penduduk dan Pembangunan Keluarga Negara, Malaysia, and

Abstract: In Malaysia, statistics from the National Registration Department (NRD) show that a total of 214,033 illegitimate children were born from 2004 to 2009. While statistics from the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) show that 596 cases of baby abandonment were reported from 2005 to 2013. For the...[Read More]

Family Well-Being Index Report Malaysia 2011

Item Type: Research Report

National Population and Family Development Board, Malaysia, and

Abstract: In the past few decades, Malaysia has and is still undergoing a process of rapid social and economic development. This is a result of policies implemented by the government such as the New Development Policy (1991-2000), National Vision Policy (2001-2010) and Government Transformation...[Read More]

2014 (4)

Factors influencing family life satisfaction among parents in Malaysia

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Abu Rahim, Mohd Amirul Rafiq and

Ishak, Ismahalil and

Mohd Shafie, Siti Aishah and

Shafiai, Raudhatul Mahfuzah and

Abstract: The study attempts to investigate the factors that influence family life satisfaction (FLS) among parents in Malaysia. The study modeled the variable of parental involvement, family functioning, family resilience and time with family as independent constructs. Data for the study was...[Read More]

Faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi penglibatan wanita berkahwin dalam tenaga buruh di Semenanjung Malaysia

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Aziz, Azlan and

Wong, Kim Lan and

Mahmud, Adzmel and

Abstract: This study is to identify the influences of socio-economic factors towards the labour force participation among married women in Peninsular Malaysia. Bivariate correlations and logistic regression analysis was applied to the data set containing 2,366 married women aged 15-49 years,...[Read More]

Family-based on drug abuse prevention: know your child programme

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Hasbullah, Fauwaz and

Muhamad, Mustapha and

Abstract: This study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the Drug Prevention Program from family perceptive. The respondents was the participants who attended the Know your Child (Kenali Anak Kita) Drug prevention program and sampled by convinence in all the six zones in Malaysia. The aim of...[Read More]

Future study- understanding the puzzling trend of high birth rate among contraceptive users in Malaysia: A case study from Malaysian Population and Family Survey, 2004

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Ismail, Maslinor and

Abstract: In 1957-1966, Family Planning Association has pioneering the family planning services in most of the states of Malaysia. At that time, the family planning services were mostly available only in urban areas (NPFDB: Kuala Lumpur, Report on Malaysian Population and Family Survey, 1974)....[Read More]

2013 (4)

Family education@LPPKN = Pendidikan kekeluargaan@LPPKN

Item Type: Book

National Population and Family Development Board, Malaysia, and

Abstract: The National Population and Family Board (NPFDB), agency under the Ministry of Women Family and Community Development which was initially known as the National Family Planning Board (NFPB) was established in 1966 as a statutory body. Its main objective was to implement the National...[Read More]

Factors influencing family life satisfaction among parents in Malaysia: the structural equation modeling approach (SEM))

Item Type: Article

Abu Rahim, Mohd Amirul Rafiq and

Ishak, Ismahalil and

Mohd Shafie, Siti Aishah and

Shafiai, Raudhatul Mahfuzah and

Abstract: The study attempts to investigate the factors that influence family life satisfaction (FLS) among parents in Malaysia. The study modeled the variable of parental involvement, family functioning, family resilience and time with family as independent constructs. Data for the study was...[Read More]

Family well being: enhancing National Policies towards elderly parents

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Ismail, Siti Norlasiah and

Abstract: Malaysia will be aged by the year 2030. The objective of National Policy for Older Persons, 2011 is to enhance the respect for and self-worth of the elderly in family, society and nation, to develop the potential of the elderly so that they remain active and productive in national...[Read More]

Foreign workers in Malaysia: assessment of their economic effects and review of the policy

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Ximena, Del Carpio and

Caglar, Ozden and

Testaverde, Mauro and

Abstract: This study aims to help Ministry of Human Resource to better manage existing human resources in the country and to plan for the development of future human capital needs.

2012 (2)

Financing old age in a rapidly ageing high income city state: the case of Singapore

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Asher, Mukul G. and

Abstract: Singapore, an affluent city state, is among the most rapidly ageing society globally. This is due to low fertility rate (TFR of 1.2 in 2011); and increasing life expectancy (18.3 years for men and 21.8 years for women at age 65 in 2011). Its support ratio (working age persons/elderly)...[Read More]

Fertility and religion in Malaysia

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Muhammad Tahir, Rohayatimah and

Abstract: This paper presents a summary of literature review on the subject of religious fertility differential for a research at the Institute of Graduate Studies, University of Malaya and initial results from investigations using the MPFS 41 (Peninsular Malaysia) data. Conceptual frameworks...[Read More]

2009 (4)

Families resilience and children and families of low income: maximizing opportunities through PERMATA ECEC Program

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Badzis, Mastura and

Abstract: PERMATA Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) Program in Malaysia was launched on the basis of evidence from research and practice which illustrates that early intervention through high quality program enhances children's social, emotional, spiritual, physical, and cognitive...[Read More]

Family functioning and child well-being amongst urban Malay single mother families: resilence despite challenges

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Doshi-Gandhi, Anjli and

Abstract: This study was designed to determine the contribution of risk and protective factors in predicting urban Malay single mother's family functioning and child well being. In addition, this study examine the moderating role of protective factors (risk x protective factor interaction) on...[Read More]

Factors contributing to resilient attitude formation among excellent children from low SES single parent family

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Othman, Mohamad Hashim and

Syed Ahmad, Sharifah Amnah and

Abstract: The present study aims to identify the factors that contribute to resilient attitude formation among children who scored excellent results in UPSR. This study used a descriptive research design (Issac, 1995; Kerlinger, 1979). Samples were selected using purposive sampling since the...[Read More]

Families exposed to poverty-asssociated and parent effectiveness service

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

T.del Castillo, Maria Lyra and

Abstract: Economic problem ranks highest as a source of family stress among the poor families which are often addressed with functional coping activities such as borrowing money, getting extra job or overtime work. Frequently, loans are availed of from relatives, employer or co-employees, friend...[Read More]

2006 (2)

Fertility decline due to late marriages

Item Type: Newsletter

Ab. Razak, Rohani and

Wan Jaffar, Wan Hashim and

Hashim, Mohd Shukri and

Abstract: Rising education, delayed and non-marriage will become more prevalent. Marriage postponement shortens childbearing span, and it will result in further fertility decline. Changes in marital structure have significant implications on the family system and the care of older persons. With...[Read More]

Fertility transition in Asia in relation to family and population aging

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item

Gubhaju, Bhakta, B. and

Abstract: Declining fertility and increasing longevity have brought about remarkable shifts in the age structure of the population. Europe, Northern America and Australia/New Zealand initially experienced one of such inevitable demographic events, that is population aging. While the transition...[Read More]

2004 (2)

Financial problems of university students and its relationship with academic performance

Item Type: Article

Md. Jusoh, Zuroni and

Abdul Rahim, Husniyah and

Muhammad Ariff, Afida Mastura and

Masud, Jariah and

Paim, Laily and

Abstract: This study that has been done in University Putra of Malaysia was to identify the relationship between financial problems and academic performance and to determine the difference in financial problems between male and female students. A total of 1,500 students who received educational...[Read More]

Financial beliefs and behaviour of college students: cultural differences

Item Type: Article

Masud, Jariah and

Abstract: This study compared the financial beliefs and behaviour of college students in two different cultures; Malaysia and United States. Using the social learning framework, the study assumed that children socialized in different culture will have different beliefs and behaviours. Two sets...[Read More]

2000 (1)

Family development module for Institutions of Higher Education

Item Type: Module

National Population and Family Development Board, Malaysia, and

Abstract: The NPFDB has initiated a family development programme (MOPKITP) for students from Institutions of Higher Education. The Family Development Module will be offered through the co-curriculum programme. This Family Development Module Package is a combination of the NPFDB's existing...[Read More]

1983 (1)

Female sterilization using filshie clip in private practice

Item Type: Article

, Puraviappan and

Arshat, Hamid and

Ali, Jaffar and

Abstract: The findings of a trial clip female sterilization program in private practice in Malaysia is presented. The Filshie clips were successfully applied in 382 subjects. Complications encountered were minimal. Only one subject presented with an intrauterine pregnancy following sterilization...[Read More]

1977 (2)

Family and Health Survey in the Federal Territory and Petaling Jaya

Item Type: Research Report

National Family Planning Board, Malaysia, and

Abstract: The main objectives of this study is to provide basic demographic data for the Federal Territory and Petaling Jaya, and to provide estimates of the family planning knowledge, attitude and practices and to identify measures to improve family planning services. The survey covered a total...[Read More]

Family planning acceptor survey

Item Type: Research Report

National Family Planning Board, Malaysia, and

Abstract: The objective of this survey is to evaluate the on-going family planning programme and to identify factor that are helpful for the successful implementation of The National Programme in terms of better acceptance and continuity of contraception.This study covering a total of 3,750...[Read More]

1976 (1)

Family and health survey in the intensive input demonstration areas (IIDA II)

Item Type: Research Report

National Family Planning Board, Malaysia, and

Abstract: The objective of this study is to subsequent evaluation to measure the impact of the integration of family planning and health services in rural areas. Some of the major findings in this survey are: 78% married below 20 years of age. The mean age at first marriage is 17 years old. One...[Read More]