Katorse: A Descriptive Case Study among Teenage Mothers

Abstract

Using a qualitative study, specifically descriptive case study, we examined the underlying themes of teenage pregnancy. Three teenage mothers were interviewed about the factors that led them to engage in teenage pregnancy; the consequences of their actions; and how they adjusted to the situation. Results showed that Having a relationship with a man, Feeling of independence, Being carried away by emotions, Experiencing peer pressure and Seeking for father‘s comfort were the reasons why they engaged in teenage pregnancy. The consequences of their actions were Experiencing social-stigma, Experiencing emotional problems, Experiencing delayed education, Having problems with financial matters, Having relationship problems with the partner, Experiencing difficulty in adjusting as a mother, Experiencing difficulty in raising a child, and Feeling of Regret. Moreover, their adjustment to the situation involved Accepting the situation and Receiving social support. Moreover, this present study also highlighted other important factors.