Title: Adolescent sexual and reproductive health in Malawi: a synthesis of research evidence.

POPLINE Document Number: 289786

Author(s):

Munthali AC
Chimbiri A
Zulu E

Source citation:

New York, New York, Alan Guttmacher Institute [AGI], 2004 Dec. 51 p. (Occasional Report No. 15)

Abstract:

The primary goal of this report is to summarize what is known about adolescent sexual and reproductive health in Malawi and to identify knowledge and program gaps requiring further research and program action. Drawing from a wide range of studies carried out in the country since 1990, the synthesis reviews the social, cultural and economic context in which adolescents live; their sexual and reproductive health experiences; sources of information and services related to sexual and reproductive health; knowledge and attitudes about HIV/ AIDS and personal risk assessment; and policies and programs on adolescent sexual and reproductive health in the country. The studies reviewed include the Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) conducted in Malawi in 1992, 1996 and 2000, and other small-scale studies carried out in different parts of Malawi to inform the development of specific programs. (excerpt)

Keywords:

Malawi
Research Report
Demographic and Health Surveys
Adolescents
Adolescent Health
Sex Behavior
First Intercourse
Culture
Condom Use
Population Policy
HIV Infections
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Developing Countries
Africa, Southern
Africa, Sub Saharan
Africa
Demographic Surveys
Population Dynamics
Demographic Factors
Population
Youth
Age Factors
Population Characteristics
Health
Behavior
Risk Reduction Behavior
Social Policy
Policy
Viral Diseases
Diseases
Reproductive Tract Infections
Infections