Adolescent pregnancy and childbearing is a complicated and important public health issue. Adolescent pregnancy and childbearing rates serve as a marker of social health in the United States, with higher rates indicating poorer social health. Consequences of adolescent childbearing affect society as a whole, as well as having adverse health outcomes for adolescent girls and their children. The purpose of this proposed research is to assess the relationship between neighborhood socioeconomic status, community social capital, and adolescent pregnancy protective behaviors, and to test a model derived from the literature. It is anticipated that community social capital will moderate the effect of low socioeconomic status on adolescents' pregnancy protective behaviors (defined as being sexually active, using condoms and contraception) and adolescents' acceptance of adolescent child bearing. Nurses have played an important role in research surrounding adolescent pregnancy and childbearing. This research is appropriate, and important for nursing; it will contribute to a robust body of literature and provide a greater depth of understanding regarding community level factors and potential interventions. This proposed research is the first step in a program of research ultimately geared to developing community-based interventions. ? ?

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
Institute
National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR)
Type
Predoctoral Individual National Research Service Award (F31)
Project #
1F31NR008665-01A1
Application #
6834779
Study Section
National Institute of Nursing Research Initial Review Group (NRRC)
Program Officer
Bryan, Yvonne E
Project Start
2004-11-16
Project End
2006-11-15
Budget Start
2004-11-16
Budget End
2005-11-15
Support Year
1
Fiscal Year
2004
Total Cost
$31,795
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Rochester
Department
Type
Schools of Nursing
DUNS #
041294109
City
Rochester
State
NY
Country
United States
Zip Code
14627
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