Teenage pregnancy: a social problem for science

Abstract

Teenage pregnancy has been a social, medical, and educational concern for decades. This phenomenon affects not only the teenager who becomes pregnant, but also her family, her community, and society in general. Over the years, teenage pregnancy rates have varied, but in many countries they remain considerably high, making this problem an urgent social issue. A qualitative study was conducted with the aim of analysing teenage pregnancy as a social problem in science, its repercussions, and the solutions proposed to mitigate its incidence. Empirical (documentary analysis) and theoretical (analytical-synthetic, inductive-deductive, historical-logical analysis, systems approach) methods were used to carry out the research. Teenage pregnancy is a complex social problem involving multiple dimensions, from physical and mental health to education and economics. It is imperative to address this phenomenon with an approach that includes comprehensive sex education, social support, and public health policies tailored to the specific needs of adolescent girls. The educational strategy designed must be multidisciplinary, culturally sensitive, inclusive, and focused on strengthening personal and social capacities for the effective prevention of teenage pregnancy. The future of adolescent girls facing unplanned pregnancies depends on collaboration between governments, educators, health professionals, and communities.