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Socio-economic factors associated with adolescent pregnancy and motherhood: Analysis of the 2017 Ghana maternal health survey.

Ephraim Kumi SenkyireDennis BoatengFelix Oppong BoakyeDivine Darlington LogoMagdalena Ohaja
Published in: PloS one (2022)
Several socio-economic variables including education, household wealth, marital status and zone of residence were significantly associated with adolescent pregnancy and adolescent motherhood. Sexual and reproductive health education should be intensified among these populations. Adolescent friendly corners should be made available and accessible to all adolescents in Ghana irrespective of where they live or their age.
Keyphrases
  • young adults
  • mental health
  • healthcare
  • pregnancy outcomes
  • childhood cancer
  • preterm birth
  • physical activity
  • genetic diversity