Contraceptive Use Among Adolescent Latinas Living in the United States: The Impact of Culture and Acculturation

Contraceptive Use Among Adolescent Latinas Living in the United States: The Impact of Culture and Acculturation

Abstract Although adolescent pregnancies have declined steadily during the past decade, Latina adolescents continue to have disproportionately high pregnancy rates. For nurse practitioners to effectively counsel this group of women concerning contraceptive use and sexual health, a basic understandin...

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Published in:Journal of pediatric health care 2009, Vol.23 (1), p.19-28
Main Authors: Sterling, Sandra P., MSN, PNP, Sadler, Lois S., PhD, APRN-BC, PNP
Format: Article
Language:eng
Subjects:
Abortion, Legal
Acculturation
Adolescent
Adolescent Behavior
Advanced Practice Nursing
Communication Barriers
Contraception Behavior
Contraceptive Agents - administration & dosage
counseling
Cultural Characteristics
culture
Family
Female
Hispanic
Hispanic Americans
Humans
Latina
Male
Nursing
Pediatrics
Pregnancy
Pregnancy in Adolescence
prevention
Religion
Sexual Behavior
Sexual Partners
teenager
United States
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Summary:Abstract Although adolescent pregnancies have declined steadily during the past decade, Latina adolescents continue to have disproportionately high pregnancy rates. For nurse practitioners to effectively counsel this group of women concerning contraceptive use and sexual health, a basic understanding of the unique sociocultural factors influencing Latina adolescents' sexual activity is important. This article reviews recent literature concerning the effects of culture, acculturation, language, and significant relationships on Latina sexual behavior to provide recommendations for clinicians working with Latina adolescents in the primary care setting. Areas in need of further research are identified.
ISSN:0891-5245
1532-656X