Spatial distribution and factors associated with adolescent pregnancy in Nigeria: a multi-level analysis.

Obasanjo Afolabi BolarinwaZemenu Tadesse TessemaJames Boadu FrimpongTaiwo Oladapo BabalolaBright Opoku AhinkorahAbdul-Aziz Seidu

Published in: Archives of public health = Archives belges de sante publique (2022)

A high proportion of adolescent pregnancy was located in the Northern parts of Nigeria. In addition, age at sexual debut, educational level, marital status, ethnicity, and working status were associated with adolescent pregnancy. Therefore, it is vital to take cognizant of these factors in designing adolescent pregnancy prevention programs or strengthening existing efforts in Nigeria.

Keyphrases

young adults
mental health
preterm birth
pregnancy outcomes
public health
childhood cancer
quality improvement