Development of preconceptions health modules in adolescents based on information and communication technology

Abstract

Background: Preconception health is a behavioral and social health intervention for women and couples before conception occurs. Intervention starts from adolescence to improved health and readiness in pregnancy. This research is aimed at the development of preconception health modules for adolescents based on Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Method: Qualitative study of exploration conducted on adolescents in the working area of Sidemen Health Center data collection was conducted in August 2020 against 4 informants consisting of 2 adolescents, 1 head of Public Health Center, and 1 obstetrician specialist. Data is collected by in-depth interview methods online. The data of the results of the study is analyzed thematically. Result: The results of the interview obtained 4 (four) themes that are preconception health problems in adolescents, the content of the material of modules, methods of dissemination of information and the place of preconception health services. The teen had never heard of preconception health. Suitable materials presented in the preconception health module in adolescents are the introduction of reproductive devices, menstrual cycles, pregnancy cycles, premarital screening preparations, and preconception health interventions. Preconception health services are provided in private health services, hospitals and public health centers. Nevertheless, preconception health services in adolescents have not been optimally provided. Precisely the media chosen in the dissemination of knowledge about preconception health is face-to-face, lectures, video and book. Conclusion: Based on this, it can be concluded that this module is expected to improve the teen's knowledge of preconception health.