Dimensions of Reproductive Attitudes and Knowledge Related to Unintended Childbearing Among U.S. Adolescents and Young Adults

Guzzo, Karen Benjamin; Hayford, Sarah R.; Lang, Vanessa Wanner; Wu, Hsueh-Sheng; Barber, Jennifer S.; Kusunoki, Yasamin

doi:10.1007/s13524-018-0747-7

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“…It is possible that an unintended first birth is potentially more destabilizing than an unintended third birth. Finally, we note that the existence of race-ethnic differences is potentially concerning, as there is some work that questions the validity and interpretation of reproductive measures, including unintended childbearing, across groups (Guzzo et al, 2019;Hartnett, 2012). As such, it is unclear whether this is an artifact of measurement issues versus a 'real' finding and, if so, what factors might explain race-ethnic differences in "intention scenarios" and stability.…”

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Unintended Childbearing and Marital Instability: An Emphasis on Couples’ Intentions

Stykes¹,

Guzzo²

2020

Journal of Divorce & Remarriage

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The birth of a child can negatively impact relationship functioning, especially if one or both partners did not intend to have a child. As such, unintended or disagreed-upon births may elevate the risk of dissolution. In this paper, we use the National Survey of Family Growth to consider how married couples characterize the intendedness of their first birth and examine its linkage with dissolution. Nearly one-third of first marital births are unintended by at least one parent. When fathers do not intend the birth, regardless of whether or not mothers do, couples report an elevated risk of dissolution.

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Unintended Childbearing and Marital Instability: An Emphasis on Couples’ Intentions

Stykes¹,

Guzzo²

2020

Journal of Divorce & Remarriage

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“…The lack of accurate information coupled with low access to contraceptives may increase the risk of STIs, unintended pregnancy, and other health consequences [ 66 , 68 ]. Comprehensive SRH education and counselling could improve effective contraceptive behaviour throughout the lifecourse [ 65 ].…”

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Understanding sexual and reproductive health from the perspective of late adolescents in Northern Thailand: a phenomenological study

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Background Worldwide, Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) issues comprise a third of health problems for women aged 15–44. SRH education equips people with knowledge of concepts around sexuality and reproduction, and the skills help to make informed decisions to prevent sexual and reproductive ill-health, including unplanned pregnancy and HIV/AIDS, and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of late adolescents relating to SRH, examining their attitudes toward sex and contraception, and to identify the gaps in knowledge pertiaing to decision-making around risk-taking behaviour. Methods A qualitative phenomenological study was undertaken with 30 adolescents aged 18–19, purposively and snowball sampled from a university in Northern Thailand. Data collaction took place from July 2020 to January 2021. In-depth individual interviews were conducted until data saturation was reached. Data were recorded, transcribed, and analysed in ATLAS.ti version 9, using Modified Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis to identify pertinent themes. Results Participants revealed five key experiences of SRH related to sex and contraception: Keeping a secret; Seeking Freedom and Love; Having SRH education; Self-protection; Parental acceptance. All findings reflected the value and impact of SRH on the experiences of late adolescents. Conclusions This study provides detailed knowledge about adolescents’ perspectives of SRH and rights in terms of accessing sexual and reproductive health care and information as well as autonomy in sexual and reproductive decision-making. Gaining SRH education can assist decision-making concerning contraceptive methods for family planning and STI prevention. The study recommends that SRH and rights-based education should be designed responsively and appropriately for female and male adolescents, their families, and society. The content of SRH should be informed and advocated by healthcare providers, educators, policy makers, and systems to empower adolescents in order to achieve effective SRH education.

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“…The lack of accurate information coupled with low access to contraceptives may increase the risk of STIs, unintended pregnancy, and other health consequences (53,55). Comprehensive SRH education and counselling could improve effective contraceptive behaviour throughout the life course (52).…”

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Understanding Sexual Reproductive Health from the perspective of Older Adolescents in Northern Thailand: A Phenomenological study

Leekuan

Kane

Sukwong

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Background: Worldwide, Sexual Reproductive Health (SRH) issues comprise a third of health problems for women aged 15-44. SRH education equips people with knowledge of concepts around sexuality and reproduction, and the attitudes and skills help to make informed decisions to prevent sexual and reproductive ill-health problems, including unplanned pregnancy and HIV/AIDS, and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The aim of this study is to explore the experiences of older adolescents relating to SRH, examining their attitudes toward sex and contraception, and to identify the gaps in decision-making to prevent risk-taking behaviour.Methods: A qualitative phenomenological study was undertaken with 30 adolescents aged 18-19, purposively and snowball sampled from a university in Northern Thailand from July 2020 to January 2021. In-depth individual interviews were conducted until data saturation was reached. Data were recorded, transcribed, and analysed in ATLAS.ti version 9, using Modified Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis to identify related themes.Results: Participants revealed five key experiences of SRH related to sex and contraception: Keeping a secret; Seeking Freedom and Love; Having SRH education; Self-protection; Parental acceptance. All findings reflected the value and impact of SRH on the experiences of older adolescents.Conclusions: This study provides detailed knowledge about adolescents’ perspectives of SRH and rights in terms of accessing sexual and reproductive health care and information as well as autonomy in sexual and reproductive decision-making. Gaining SRH education can assist decision-making concerning contraceptive methods for family planning and STI prevention. The study recommends that SRH and rights should be designed responsively and appropriately for female and male adolescents, their families, and society. The inclusion of SRH issues should be informed and advocated healthcare providers, educators, policy makers, and systems to empower adolescents in order to achieve effective SRH education.

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Dimensions of Reproductive Attitudes and Knowledge Related to Unintended Childbearing Among U.S. Adolescents and Young Adults

Cited by 11 publications

References 43 publications

Unintended Childbearing and Marital Instability: An Emphasis on Couples’ Intentions

Unintended Childbearing and Marital Instability: An Emphasis on Couples’ Intentions

Understanding sexual and reproductive health from the perspective of late adolescents in Northern Thailand: a phenomenological study

Understanding Sexual Reproductive Health from the perspective of Older Adolescents in Northern Thailand: A Phenomenological study

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