Factors Affecting Teenage Pregnancy Among Selected Teenagers in Loboc, Bohol

Abstract

Teenage pregnancy has been a never-ending problem worldwide, and it is one of the most significant social problems that most countries in the world face presently. It affects young women bearing a child at such a young age and young girls' development holistically. The researchers aim to determine the factors that influence teenagers to get involved in early sexual activity that can lead to early pregnancy. The researchers utilized the descriptive quantitative study design using a self-made questionnaire to determine factors affecting teenage pregnancy among selected teenagers in Loboc, Bohol. The respondents in this study were between 15-19 years old and whose pregnancies occurred between 2015-2021. The respondents were selected from the database at the health center. A self-made survey questionnaire was sent through Facebook and Messenger. The findings indicated that most respondents were 17-18 years old, high school graduates, and single. It was also discovered that respondents were moderately aware of the influence of psycho-emotional and spiritual factors on teenage pregnancy but were only slightly aware of the impact of socioeconomic factors. Therefore, recommendations were focused on providing health teaching about the influence of socioeconomic factors on teenage pregnancy using online platforms.