Determinants of Adolescent Reproductive Health Literacy in SMP N II Jambu Semarang Regency, Central Java

Abstract

Adolescent reproductive health is a significant concern, as adolescents undergo both physical and psychological changes during their transition from childhood. A lack of reproductive health literacy among adolescents can increase the risks of teenage pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and other related issues. This gap in reproductive health literacy is influenced by several factors, including the support provided by teachers through peers and family members. This study aims to analyze the determinants of adolescent reproductive health literacy, focusing on the support factors from teachers, healthcare providers, families, and peers, and their correlation with the level of reproductive health literacy among adolescents at SMP N II Jambu, Semarang Regency. This research adopts a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design, involving 151 students from SMP N II Jambu, Semarang Regency, selected through simple random sampling. Adolescent reproductive health literacy is measured using the modified Health Literacy Measure for Adolescents (HELMA). The data were analyzed using univariate analysis with frequency distribution and bivariate analysis with the Chi-Square test. The study found a significant correlation between the support of teachers, healthcare providers, family, and peers, and the level of adolescent reproductive health literacy at SMP N II Jambu, Semarang Regency. To enhance adolescent reproductive health literacy in schools, there is a need for increased support from teachers, healthcare providers, family members, and peers.