Cross-sectional survey reveals low usage of sexual and reproductive health services in unmarried adolescents, indicating a need for targeted interventions.
Key Points
Only 18% of unmarried adolescents in Morogoro, Tanzania have used sexual and reproductive health services, indicating a significant gap.
Service usage is higher among those with paid work and sexual relationship experience, highlighting the influence of socioeconomic factors.
The findings suggest a disconnect between national policies aimed at improving access and the actual experiences of adolescents in utilizing services.
Youth-centered interventions are essential for enhancing service uptake, leveraging social spaces and peer networks.