Adolescent and sexual reproductive health has been identified as among the most important
health and development priorities by the South African development (Department of Health,
1995; African National Congress, 1994). The South African government, like many governments
in the sub-Saharan region view with concern the region’s rapid population growth and high birth
rates particularly among adolescents. This study investigated the perceptions of young mothers
regarding teenage pregnancy. Eight participants who live in Vredendal, a predominantly
Coloured area in the Western Cape Province of South Africa, were selected for interviewing
using convenient sampling. Transcripts of unstructured interviews were analysed using thematic
content analysis. The findings of the study suggest that young mothers initially perceive teenage
pregnancy negatively. These perceptions progressively changes to a positive one. Furthermore,
the results indicate a limited awareness of available preventative interventions. Results further
show participants tend to experience their relationships with significant others as positive. / Psychology / M. A. (Research Consultation)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/11869 |
| Date | 01 1900 |
| Creators | Julie, Victoria Justine |
| Contributors | Semenya B. |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Dissertation |
| Format | 1 online resource (iii, 107 leaves) |
| Rights | University of South Africa |
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