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Adolescent experiences navigating contraceptive side effects and method satisfaction.

Vanya Manthena¹, Sophie Knifton¹, Madeline Quasebarth¹

¹Complex Family Planning Research Center, 6030 S Ellis Ave, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL 60637, United States.

|June 13, 2026

Summary

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Adolescents frequently switch contraceptive methods due to side effects, highlighting the need for personalized care. Understanding their experiences is key to informed decision-making and method satisfaction.

Keywords:

Adolescent contraception Contraceptive journey Method satisfaction Method switching Shared-decision making Side effects

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Area of Science:

Reproductive Health
Adolescent Medicine
Contraception

Background:

Adolescent contraceptive use is complex, involving method selection, side effect navigation, and evolving perceptions.
Understanding adolescent experiences is crucial for effective reproductive healthcare.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore adolescent contraceptive choices and experiences with side effects.
To understand how side effect experiences shape long-term perceptions of contraceptive use.

Main Methods:

In-depth narrative interviews with 27 adolescents (aged 13-18) in Illinois.
Recruitment via clinics, social media, and snowball sampling; online interviews conducted December 2023-October 2024.
Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and coded for thematic analysis.

Main Results:

Most participants were adolescents of color, with a mean age of 16.5.
Contraceptive journeys involved initiation preferences, navigating physical/emotional responses, and method satisfaction or switching.
Over half (n=16) switched methods at least once; none discontinued. Side effects were sometimes deemed acceptable for benefits like menstrual regulation.

Conclusions:

Adolescents often switch methods to find the best fit, underscoring the importance of personalized contraceptive care.
Clinicians should acknowledge emotional responses to side effects and support shared decision-making regarding method switching.
Engaging adolescents in discussions about side effects and emotional responses facilitates informed choices and method alignment with preferences.