Milken Institute School of Public Health Poster Presentations (Marvin Center & Video)
What do Adolescents and Women in D.C. Know About Abortion?
Document Type
Poster
Abstract Category
Prevention and Community Health
Keywords
abortion knowledge, family planning, contraception use, LARC
Publication Date
Spring 5-1-2019
Abstract
A significant research gap exists with respect to risky sexual behaviors, non-use of contraceptive methods, and abortion knowledge. The present study aimed to better understand the differences in abortion knowledge among adolescents and women ages 15–29 living in or receiving health care services in the District of Columbia (n=1,573). This study will provide meaningful knowledge and fill gaps in the abortion literature to both inform and create interventions to ultimately improve the health and well-being of women and girls in DC.
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What do Adolescents and Women in D.C. Know About Abortion?
A significant research gap exists with respect to risky sexual behaviors, non-use of contraceptive methods, and abortion knowledge. The present study aimed to better understand the differences in abortion knowledge among adolescents and women ages 15–29 living in or receiving health care services in the District of Columbia (n=1,573). This study will provide meaningful knowledge and fill gaps in the abortion literature to both inform and create interventions to ultimately improve the health and well-being of women and girls in DC.
Comments
Presented at Research Days 2019.