Attitudes, perceptions and understanding amongst teenagers regarding teenage pregnancy, sexuality and contraception in Taung

Kanku, T.; Mash, Rachel

doi:10.1080/20786204.2010.10874048

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“…It was posited that adolescents in Nigeria have a high burden of reproductive health problems (Ahonsi, 2013). This assertion is supported by earlier surveys conducted on sexual behaviours of Nigerian Adolescents (National Demographic Health Survey, 2008; Federal Ministry of Health, 2011) which indicated that Nigerian adolescent (15)(16)(17)(18)(19) almost half of the females (46.2%) and about a quarter of males (22.1%) have engaged in sexual intercourse.…”

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Predictors of Sexual-Risk behaviours among Youth in Ibadan North-West Local Government Area, Oyo state, Nigeria

Mary¹

2019

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Background: Sexual-Risk behaviours contribute to the leading causes of morbidity, mortality and social problems among youths. Although there are many studies conducted on this subject, the predictors of sexual-risk behaviours among youths have not been well explored. This study was therefore, designed to contribute to existing knowledge and enhance the development of strategies that will positively influence the perception and attitude of youths regarding sexual health risk related matters.Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study design using multistage sampling methods was conducted among randomly selected 360 youths (15-24 years) using data collected via pre-tested interviewer administered semi-structured questionnaire, which measured the following variables: socio-demographic characteristics; sexual-risk behavior and predictors of sexual-risk. Data was analyzed using Chi-square test and binary logistics regression at p=0.05. Social learning theory was adopted in the development of the instrument.Results: Almost half (49.7%) of the respondents reported to have ever had sex, 57.5% and 71.2% of them had sexual intercourse with casual partners and multiple partners respectively, also 68.7% of them did not use condom during their last sexual activity. Age and gender were the most significant predictors of sexual-risk behavior. Youths aged between 15-17 and 18-20 years are about 5.7 and 3.1 times respectively more likely than those older than 21 years to have an early sexual debut (OR = 5.693, 3.067, while male youths were about 2.6 times more likely than females to use condoms (OR = 2.563,.Conclusion: Dearth of information available to youths about sexual health and the dangers associated with risky sexual behaviours can be held responsible for increased levels in participation in sexual-risk behaviours among youths. There is need for concerted effort of all to promote healthy behaviour, via youth-centered programmes and youth targeted behavioural change interventions.

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Predictors of Sexual-Risk behaviours among Youth in Ibadan North-West Local Government Area, Oyo state, Nigeria

Mary¹

2019

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“…These results are supported by a study in Australia, [5] which revealed adolescents who accept and continue with their pregnancy perceive adolescent parenting as a positive and transformative experience that influenced personal growth. Similarly, a qualitative study in South Africa, [14] found that many adolescents perceived benefits from pregnancy, such as proof of one's fertility, increased revenue from older men, enjoyment of sex, believing they would get a grant, and possibly benefit from a second pregnancy. The study also revealed the negative aspects of adolescent pregnancy, such as pregnancy complications, infertility from termination, STI risks including HIV, increased burden of babysitting, and loss of education and employment.…”

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“…[5] In contrast, adolescents in South Africa believed their future would be negatively affected as parents separating and blaming each other. [14] In SSA, adolescents face many challenges that affect their perceptions and their health. Rwandan adolescents face many barriers, such as access to healthcare and literacy, due to medical standards and legal issues that considers them too old for pediatric services, yet too young to make their own decisions with preventive care and treatment.…”

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Perceptions of adolescent parenting among high school adolescent students from selected rural and urban schools in Rwanda

Kayiranga¹,

Uwimana²,

Nyirazigama³

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Rwanda Journal of Medicine and Health Sciences

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BackgroundAdolescent pregnancy is a global public health concern. In Rwanda, adolescent pregnancy has increased from 4.1% in 2005 to 7.3% in 2015 and continues to rise. ObjectiveTo determine adolescents' perceptions of how their lives would change if they experienced an adolescent birth. Method A cross-sectional quantitative study. A proportionate stratified random sampling technique was used to select 245 adolescents 15-19 years of age who attended two secondary schools in Rwanda. Data analysis used descriptive and inferential statistics. ResultsThe majority of participants had positive perceptions of adolescent parenting. The bivariate analysis showed significant relationships between adolescents' perceptions and three sociodemographic variables (female, pregnancy status, and monthly attendance at the religious group) and one sexual behaviour variable (history of sexual intercourse). The multivariate analysis revealed one significant relationship, females' negative perceptions of adolescent parenting (p<0.001). ConclusionThere is a need to strengthen sexual health education programs in secondary schools to raise adolescents' awareness of sexual and reproductive health. Health facilities should provide easy access and affordable contraceptive methods to adolescents, which will help the individual, families, communities and Rwanda.Rwanda J Med Health Sci 2019;2(2):86-95. ________________________________________________________________________

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“…Teenage pregnancy is a public health concern (Chanjar, Chommanard and Lookid, 2009;Richter andMlambo, 2005) as most teenage pregnancies fall in the category of high risk pregnancies which require appropriate care during the antenatal, labour and postnatal periods to ensure good health for the mother and child (Nolte, 2011;Restrepo-Méndez, Barros, Santos, Menezes,Matijasevich,Barros and Victoria, 2011;Ehlers, 2010;James, van Rooyen and Strumpher, 2010;Kanku and Mash, 2010). According to Chopra, Daviaud, Pattinson, Fonn and Lawn (2009), regular antenatal visits and improved referral links between the home and the health facility are required to reduce child mortality and improve maternal health in South Africa.…”

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The Need for a Model to Facilitate Health for Pregnant Learners Attending Secondary Schools in South Africa

Matlala¹,

Nolte

Temane

2014

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Attitudes, perceptions and understanding amongst teenagers regarding teenage pregnancy, sexuality and contraception in Taung

Abstract: 2 Declaration I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the work contained in this thesis is my own work and that I have not previously submitted it to any other university for degree purpose. Signature: ___________________ Dr Kanku3 Abstract Background

Cited by 44 publications

References 40 publications

Predictors of Sexual-Risk behaviours among Youth in Ibadan North-West Local Government Area, Oyo state, Nigeria

Predictors of Sexual-Risk behaviours among Youth in Ibadan North-West Local Government Area, Oyo state, Nigeria

Perceptions of adolescent parenting among high school adolescent students from selected rural and urban schools in Rwanda

The Need for a Model to Facilitate Health for Pregnant Learners Attending Secondary Schools in South Africa

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