Investigating the knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward adolescent girls’ access to SRHS: a case study of Dombotombo clinic.
- Author
- Mapurisa, Anopaishe
- Title
- Investigating the knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward adolescent girls’ access to SRHS: a case study of Dombotombo clinic.
- Abstract
- The study investigated the knowledge, attitudes, and practices influencing adolescent girls' access to SRHS in Marondera Urban. A case study approach focused on Dombotombo Clinic and the surrounding community. Data was collected through questionnaires, focus groups, and key informant interviews. Thematic analysis was used to analyze qualitative data and identify key patterns. Key findings of the study, adolescent girls have inadequate knowledge about available SRHS options and their sexual health needs. Negative attitudes on the part of the adolescent girls, while health workers showed a positive attitude. SRHS. Service delivery challenges, a lack of privacy because of inadequate infrastructure. The low SRHS utilization among adolescent girls at Dombotombo Clinic is a result of a complex interplay between limited knowledge, negative community attitudes, and unfriendly service delivery practices. The study recommends implementing comprehensive sexuality education programs in schools. Conducting community awareness campaigns to challenge stigma and promote open communication about sexual health. Addressing these knowledge gaps, negative attitudes, and service delivery issues, this research aims to contribute to improved access to SRHS for adolescent girls in Marondera. This can empower them to make informed choices about their sexual and reproductive health, leading to better health outcomes and a brighter future.
- Date
- June 2024
- Publisher
- BUSE
- Keywords
- SRHS
- Adolescent Girls
- Dombotombo Clinic
- Supervisor
- Mrs. E. Chigondo
- Item sets
- Department of Social Work
- Media
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