The prevalence of adolescent fatherhood and its associated factors in East African countries

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ID15382007
AuthorsBewuketu Terefe (0000-0002-0063-0999, University of Gondar, corresponding author), Enyew Getaneh Mekonen (0000-0002-9316-245X, University of Gondar), Tadesse Tarik Tamir (0000-0003-0760-1100, University of Gondar), Alebachew Ferede Zegeye (0000-0002-7042-7662, University of Gondar), Belayneh Shetie Workneh (0000-0001-7846-0443, University of Gondar), Masresha Asmare Techane (0000-0002-6268-3471, University of Gondar)
Year2024
Volume24
Issue1
Pages1716-1716
Publication date2024-06-27
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueBMC Public Health (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1471-2458 • E-ISSN: 1471-2458
PublisherBioMed Central (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1186/s12889-024-19247-6
PMID38937709
OpenAlexW4400097784
LanguageEN
References cited32

Adolescent fatherhood is more prevalent, in East Africa. These findings highlight the complexity of adolescent fatherhood and suggest that multiple factors, including socio-demographic characteristics and reproductive health behaviors, play a role in determining the likelihood of becoming an adolescent father. Understanding these associations can inform targeted interventions and policies aimed at reducing adolescent fatherhood rates and addressing the specific needs and challenges faced by young fathers in East Africa. Further research and interventions should focus on promoting education, economic opportunities, and access to modern contraceptives, while also addressing gender dynamics and social norms that contribute to adolescent fatherhood in the region

Biostatistics · Environmental health · Pathology · Public health · Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health · Demography · Food Security and Health in Diverse Populations · Medicine · Poverty, Education, and Child Welfare · Epidemiology

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