Oshada
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Oshada Journal - February

Adolescent Reproductive Health Education: Midwives' Contribution to the Prevention of Unintended Pregnancy

Cynthia Puspariny (Universitas Muhammadiyah Pringsewu)
Chusnul Zulaika (Poltekkes Kemenkes Surakarta)
Devin Mahendika (Universitas Negeri Andalas)
Nadia Purnama Dewi (Universitas Baiturrahmah)
Suyadi Suyadi (Universitas Sragen)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Feb 2025

Abstract

Unplanned pregnancy among adolescents is a complex issue influenced by limited access to reproductive health education and adolescent-friendly contraceptive services. This phenomenon has multidimensional impacts, including increased risk of health complications, school dropout, and social stigma that hinders adolescent well-being. The role of midwives is crucial in bridging the gap in information and access to reproductive health services. Evidence-based reproductive health education has been shown to be effective in improving adolescents' understanding of their sexual and reproductive rights. However, the implementation of this program still faces challenges in the form of cultural resistance, lack of training for health workers, and social stigma that hinders open discussion. This study uses a qualitative approach with a literature review method to analyze the role of midwives in preventing adolescent pregnancy. The results of the study show that cross-sector collaboration and the use of digital technology can increase the effectiveness of reproductive health education. However, challenges such as misinformation and weak digital regulations must be addressed by strengthening digital literacy and content monitoring. With the right strategy, midwives can play a more optimal role in providing inclusive and evidence-based services, so that adolescents are able to make responsible decisions regarding their reproductive health.

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Journal Info

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Subject

Dentistry Education Health Professions Immunology & microbiology Medicine & Pharmacology

Description

The journal publishes original articles on current issues and trends occurring internationally in Nursing, Law Health, Nutrition, Midwifery, Environmental health, Public health, Reproductive Health, Education and Health ...