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Author(s): Adewoyin Osonuga, Ayokunle Osonuga, Ruth Akinloye, Ebunoluwa Oluwaferanmi, Odusoga Osonuga.

Volume/Issue: Volume 8 , Issue 1 (2025)

Abstract:

Background: Adolescent females are amongst the most vulnerable age groups and are at risk of sexual, psychological, physical, mental and social problems. This coupled with increase in their sexual awareness, biological changes associated with puberty and tendency to explore and experiment their sexuality could result in high burden of reproductive health problems including teenage pregnancy. Adolescent pregnancies have a long-lasting impact on the physical and mental health, education, and livelihood of young women, men, and their families.

Keywords:

Adolescents, Knowledge, Teenage Pregnancy, Sexual Intercourse.

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