Effects of early marriage among women married before reaching 18 years old (qualitative study approach)
The study's findings illustrated the multidimensional effect of early marriage, necessitating the involvement of numerous sectors and stakeholders. The community, religious leaders, the health, education, and legal sectors, as well as the parents of young girls, should all take an active role in delaying early marriage. This indicates the development of policies that permit cooperation amongst all relevant parties. Creating awareness among girls, families, and the community through community-based education is crucial. Early married women should participate in intervention programs to provide their experience to young girls. Women who are victims of early marriage must receive full support to mitigate its negative consequences.
Authors
- Shiferaw Gelchu Adola (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9691-6819)
- Dessalegn Wirtu
Institutions
- Wollega University (ET)
- Bule Hora University (ET)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Sociology
- Published
- 2024-11-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/fsoc.2024.1412133
- Citations
- 7
- Primary Topic
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 7.76