Contributing factors to early pregnancy among girls in public secondary schools in Arusha city

Kapileh, Jacqueline Martine (2019) Contributing factors to early pregnancy among girls in public secondary schools in Arusha city. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study aimed to investigate contributing factors to early pregnancy among girls in public secondary schools in Arusha City. The objectives of the study were to assess the economic factors associated with early pregnancy among girls, to assess the sexual reproductive health education and information to girls in public secondary school and determine the social cultural factors contributing to early pregnancy among girls in public secondary school in Arusha City. The study employed cross sectional research design which was used to help in investigating these factors so as to curb the problem. Stratified random sampling, Simple random sampling and Purposive sampling technique were employed. Primary data were collected from the respondents using questionnaires and interview guide through the key informants. Validity and reliability issues were considered to ensure consistency of the data. Both qualitative and quantitative methods of data analysis were used to analyze data and thereafter SPSS program were used. The results revealed that poverty, peer pressure, girls don’t have the capacity to make the decision on the use of the family planning methods on their own, single parenting, advancement of technology, little access of family planning methods and family separation are the main factors contributing to high early pregnancy among girls in secondary schools in Arusha city. It is suggested that, strategies focused on improving and providing appropriate instructional resources in secondary schools curriculum should be compulsory to all students and introduce re-admission policy. Schools should establish guidance and counseling sessions and collaborate with parents, communities and interested parties in imparting moral values to students through trainings.

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