Addressing the Teen Mom Situation in Thailand: A Systematic Review on Challenges, Initiatives and Recommendations for Improvement
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Title
Addressing the Teen Mom Situation in Thailand: A Systematic Review on Challenges, Initiatives and Recommendations for Improvement
Subject
challenges of teen mom, public health, Thailand, unwanted pregnancy
Description
Teenage pregnancy in Thailand poses significant public health challenges with implications for societal welfare and
economic development. This systematic review analyzed the challenges faced by teenage mothers in Thailand, evaluated
existing initiatives, and proposed evidence-based recommendations. A comprehensive literature search was conducted
using the Scopus and Web of Science databases and others focusing on literature from 2016 to 2023. Keywords included
“teenage pregnancy,” “teen mom,” “unwanted pregnancy,” and “unintended pregnancy” resulting in the selection of 36
studies. The PRISMA framework was followed to ensure a systematic approach. Data extraction focused on societal,
educational, economic, and health-related challenges as well as the effectiveness of current interventions. Results
indicated that teenage mothers in Thailand face substantial societal stigma, educational disruptions, economic difficulties,
and significant health risks. Current initiatives and policies are insufficient in coverage and effectiveness. This review
highlights the need for comprehensive sex education, improved access to contraception, youth-friendly sexual and
reproductive health services, and targeted support programs for teenage mothers, emphasizing a multi-sectoral approach
involving government agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), educational institutions, healthcare
providers, and communities. The findings suggest that better-targeted interventions and collaborative efforts are required
to reduce teenage pregnancy and improve the quality of life for teenage mothers in Thailand to foster a healthier and more
inclusive society
economic development. This systematic review analyzed the challenges faced by teenage mothers in Thailand, evaluated
existing initiatives, and proposed evidence-based recommendations. A comprehensive literature search was conducted
using the Scopus and Web of Science databases and others focusing on literature from 2016 to 2023. Keywords included
“teenage pregnancy,” “teen mom,” “unwanted pregnancy,” and “unintended pregnancy” resulting in the selection of 36
studies. The PRISMA framework was followed to ensure a systematic approach. Data extraction focused on societal,
educational, economic, and health-related challenges as well as the effectiveness of current interventions. Results
indicated that teenage mothers in Thailand face substantial societal stigma, educational disruptions, economic difficulties,
and significant health risks. Current initiatives and policies are insufficient in coverage and effectiveness. This review
highlights the need for comprehensive sex education, improved access to contraception, youth-friendly sexual and
reproductive health services, and targeted support programs for teenage mothers, emphasizing a multi-sectoral approach
involving government agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), educational institutions, healthcare
providers, and communities. The findings suggest that better-targeted interventions and collaborative efforts are required
to reduce teenage pregnancy and improve the quality of life for teenage mothers in Thailand to foster a healthier and more
inclusive society
Creator
Jukkrit Wungrath, Phinphot Phrommasen, Wanchalerm Ritthimon
Source
DOI: 10.7454/jki.v27i3.1242
Publisher
Universitas Indonesia
Date
2024
Contributor
Sri Wahyuni
Rights
pISSN 1410-4490; eISSN 2354-9203
Format
PDF
Language
English
Type
Text
Files
Collection
Citation
Jukkrit Wungrath, Phinphot Phrommasen, Wanchalerm Ritthimon, “Addressing the Teen Mom Situation in Thailand: A Systematic Review on Challenges, Initiatives and Recommendations for Improvement,” Repository Horizon University Indonesia, accessed February 21, 2026, https://repository.horizon.ac.id/items/show/10957.