Early school failure predicts teenage pregnancy and marriage: A large population-based cohort study in northern Malawi.

Judith R GlynnBindu S SunnyBianca Lucia De StavolaAlbert DubeMenard ChihanaAlison J PriceAmelia C Crampin

Published in: PloS one (2018)

School progression at ages as young as 10 can predict teenage pregnancy and marriage, even after adjusting for socio-economic factors. Early education interventions may reduce teenage pregnancy and marriage as well as improving learning.

Keyphrases

physical activity
preterm birth
pregnancy outcomes
mental health
healthcare
quality improvement
middle aged