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[Adolescent knowledge and attitudes regarding emergency contraception].
João Francisco de Castro1, Vitor Manuel Costa Pereira Rodrigues
1Escola Superior de Enfermagem da Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, Vila Real, Portugal. jcastro@utad.pt
Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|January 21, 2010
Summary
Adolescent knowledge about emergency contraception is limited, despite generally favorable attitudes. 12th-grade girls demonstrated the most comprehensive understanding of postcoital contraception.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Adolescent Health
- Public Health
Context:
- Cross-sectional study in Northern Portugal involving 753 students (10th and 12th graders).
- Focus on understanding adolescent knowledge and attitudes towards emergency contraception (EC).
Purpose:
- To assess the level of information adolescents possess regarding emergency contraception.
- To evaluate adolescent attitudes towards emergency contraception.
- To identify factors influencing EC knowledge and attitudes.
Summary:
- Limited knowledge (10.5%) about emergency contraception was found among surveyed adolescents.
- Adolescents generally hold positive attitudes towards emergency contraception.
- 12th-grade girls exhibited the most extensive knowledge of EC compared to other groups.
Impact:
- Highlights a critical gap in adolescent sexual health education regarding emergency contraception.
- Informs the development of targeted health interventions and educational programs for youth.
- Emphasizes the need for improved access to accurate information on postcoital contraception for adolescents.
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