Abstract
For any woman, pregnancy and giving birth are major life-changing experiences. This period is argued to indicate a shift from girlhood into womanhood. However, this experience takes on new meaning ...
Highlights
In human developmental stages, adolescence is commonly regarded as the most dynamic stage
Using a sociological lens and in consistence with past works and arguments on adolescence, motherhood and HIV and AIDS, this study demonstrates, through the use of vignettes, the experiences and survival strategies of selected adolescent mothers living with HIV and AIDS, by examining their challenges postnatal
The existing literature reveals that adolescent mothers with unexpected and unplanned pregnancies struggle to deal with their responsibilities, keeping up with their roles, withstanding stigma, and keeping in place support systems (Chohan & Langa, 2011; Gyesaw & Ankomah, 2013; Morrell et al, 2012)
Summary
Adolescence is commonly regarded as the most dynamic stage. This is because this stage is associated with varying physical, cognitive, social, and emotional changes that shape and define the individual (Steinberg, 2014; World Health Organisation [WHO], 2016). Many adolescents are faced with the challenges of high-risk behaviors that often lead to unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases like HIV and AIDS. This stage brings forth contradictory realities: the prospect of strong bodies but simultaneously, the likelihood of life-threatening infections and unplanned motherhood
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
