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Universal Journal of Public Health Vol. 13(5), pp. 1158 - 1169
DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130507
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Self-Care Practices among Adolescent Pregnant Women in Preventing Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes: A Scoping Review
Iin Octaviana Hutagaol 1,2,*, Masni 3, Sudirman Nasir 4, Masyita Muis 5, Rahayu Indriasari 6, Hasnawati Amqam 5
1 Doctoral Program in Public Health Science, Faculty of Public Health, Hasanuddin University, Indonesia
2 Faculty of Health Sciences, Widya Nusantara University, Indonesia
3 Department of Biostatistics, Population, Family Planning, and Reproductive Health, Faculty of Public Health, Hasanuddin University, Indonesia
4 Department of Health Promotion and Behavioral Sciences, Faculty of Public Health, Hasanuddin University, Indonesia
5 Department of Environmental Health, Faculty of Public Health, Hasanuddin University, Indonesia
6 Department of Nutrition Science, Faculty of Public Health, Hasanuddin University, Indonesia
ABSTRACT
Adolescent pregnancy remains a critical public health concern worldwide, associated with increased risks of adverse medical, psychological, and social outcomes for both mothers and their infants. Pregnant adolescents often face unique challenges, including limited access to health information, inadequate support systems, and socioeconomic vulnerabilities, which can exacerbate negative pregnancy outcomes. Self-care practices, including health literacy, mental health support, physical activity, and nutritional management have emerged as vital strategies to empower adolescent mothers and promote better health outcomes. This scoping review aimed to explore the existing literature on self-care interventions targeting pregnant adolescents, with the goal of identifying effective approaches to reduce the risks associated with adolescent pregnancy. A comprehensive search was conducted across three electronic databases, yielding a total of 23 eligible studies. These studies employed a range of research designs, including cross-sectional, cohort, quasi-experimental, and randomized controlled trials, and were conducted in 14 different countries. The findings emphasize the positive impact of self-care interventions on maternal well-being, gestational outcomes, and neonatal health. Key themes included the importance of improving health literacy, fostering mental resilience, encouraging regular physical activity, and promoting adequate nutrition. However, the review also revealed persistent barriers such as cultural stigma, poverty, and limited access to adolescent-friendly health services. These findings underscore the need for context-sensitive, culturally appropriate, and youth-centered programs that address the diverse needs of pregnant adolescents. Moreover, future research should prioritize longitudinal studies to assess the sustained effects of self-care interventions and inform the development of comprehensive, evidence-based policies and practices.
KEYWORDS
Adolescent Pregnancy, Self-Care Interventions, Maternal Health, Pregnancy Outcomes, Prenatal Care
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(a). IEEE Format:
[1] Iin Octaviana Hutagaol , Masni , Sudirman Nasir , Masyita Muis , Rahayu Indriasari , Hasnawati Amqam , "Self-Care Practices among Adolescent Pregnant Women in Preventing Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes: A Scoping Review," Universal Journal of Public Health, Vol. 13, No. 5, pp. 1158 - 1169, 2025. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130507.
(b). APA Format:
Iin Octaviana Hutagaol , Masni , Sudirman Nasir , Masyita Muis , Rahayu Indriasari , Hasnawati Amqam (2025). Self-Care Practices among Adolescent Pregnant Women in Preventing Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes: A Scoping Review. Universal Journal of Public Health, 13(5), 1158 - 1169. DOI: 10.13189/ujph.2025.130507.