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Problems and Perceptions on Early Pregnancy in Barangay Sabang, Calabanga, Camarines Sur

Author(s) Dr. Mr. Antonio Ampongan Alteza
Country Philippines
Abstract This research aimed to assess the problems and perceptions on early pregnancy/motherhood that hamper the continual education of students in Barangay Sabang, Calabanga, Camarines Sur. The following questions were investigated: (1) What is the demographic profile of the respondents, as to: a) age; b) educational attainment; and c) family size; (2) what are struggles and/ or problems encountered during teen pregnancy/motherhood, as to: a) health aspects; b) financial aspects; c) social aspect; and d) emotional/ psychological aspects; (3) what are the possible consequences, advantages and disadvantages of early pregnancy/motherhood as perceived by the respondents. This study employed quantitative approach non-experimental method to gather the data. The quantitative approach in the collection data was employed.

It was concluded that respondents’ demographic profile as to age was within the category of 15-17 years old, and that most of them loss their educational aspirations because of pregnancy/motherhood, that reached secondary level only and did not finish their studies. Bullying was also suffered by the teenage pregnant and their parents, anxieties and depression too. Further, they need love, care and understanding. Furthermore, Teen age pregnancy was influenced by modern technology, a television show that promotes immorality easy access on internet where pornographic pictures and viewed curiosity of the teenager. Lack of guidance by the parents especially those who are working which neglected precious time for their children. Hence, material time was enormous.
Keywords Early Pregnancy, Teenage Pregnancy, Networking sites, Parental guidance
Field Sociology
Published In Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On 2025-04-24
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.40295
Short DOI https://doi.org/g9gh8r

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