Causes of unintended pregnancy among adolescents in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia

Abstract

Unintended pregnancy among adolescents represents an important public health challenge in many countries, especially in developing countries. Numerous prevention strategies have been employed by countries across the world, in an effort to address this problem. However, the adolescent unwanted pregnancy still increasing in Africa, particularly in Ethiopia. It is why the researcher would like to assess the risk factors influencing the raise of this issue. The aim of the study was to identify the causes of unintended pregnancy among adolescent girls in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.