Citation

Crump AD, Haynie DL, Aarons SJ, Adair E, Woodward K, Simons-Morton BG. Am. J. Health Behav. 1999; 23(1): 32-42.

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(Copyright © 1999, PNG Publications)

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Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To develop a better understanding of the beliefs and influences that predispose teen females to early pregnancy. METHODS: We conducted focus groups with 37 nonparenting, African- American females 14-17 years old recruited from an urban, hospital outpatient clinic. RESULTS: Participants suggested that although pregnancy and parenting are best delayed until one is older, they are common, manageable experiences. Contraceptive use was deemed as important, though contraceptive options were often perceived as ineffective, unsafe, or unpleasant. CONCLUSION: This study highlights the importance of developing further research to understand ambivalence and in- terventions to address ambivalent attitudes. (Abstract Adapted from Source: American Journal of Health Behavior, 1999. Copyright © 1999 by the American Academy of Health Behavior)

Late Adolescence
Early Adolescence
Pregnancy Prevention
Juvenile Pregnancy
African American Female
African American Juvenile
Juvenile Female
Urban Youth
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