Factors of risks and consequences of teenage pregnancy

Abstract

Introduction: pregnancy in adolescence is a concern of these times that affects, to a greater or lesser extent, all regions of the world; to such an extent that it is considered a health problem. Objective: to describe some risk factors and consequences of pregnancy in adolescence. Development: 25 studies of different authors were reviewed, available in the Virtual Health Library, where synthesis and analysis of the most relevant data was made. Biological and psychosocial risk factors were described in the individual, family and social order, such as early initiation of sexual relations, early sexual maturation, low academic level, inadequate sexual education, unemployment, poor family planning skills, loss of significant family figures, stress, crime, alcoholism and predominance of romantic love, among others. In addition, some consequences were described for both the mother and her child, such as haemorrhage, prolonged labor, maternal and perinatal death. Conclusions: pregnancy during adolescence was considered a worldwide concern, with repercussions also on the quality of life of the family and community.