Hospitalization for non-lethal self-harm and premature mortality in the three years following adolescent pregnancy: population-based nationwide cohort study.

Karine GoueslardFabrice JollantJonathan CottenetSonia Bechraoui-QuantinPatrick RozenbergEmmanuel Simon Catherine Quantin

Published in: BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology (2023)

Adolescent pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of hospitalization for non-lethal self-harm and premature death. Careful psychological evaluation and support should be systematically implemented in pregnant adolescents.

Keyphrases

young adults
preterm birth
mental health
pregnancy outcomes
childhood cancer
pregnant women
physical activity
type diabetes