Determinants of emergency contraceptive use among female senior high school students in the Akuapem south municipality, Ghana

African Journal of Reproductive Health 2026 Open access

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Authors: Cynthia Gadegbeku, Cynthia Bediako, Fortune A. Djirackor, Frank Asempah, Frank Asempah
DOI: 10.29063/ajrh2026/v30i1.9
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Abstract

This study investigated the knowledge, awareness, and use of emergency contraceptives (ECs) among female Senior High School students in the Akuapem South Municipality of Ghana, guided by the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB). A cross-sectional quantitative design was employed, surveying 300 students from two schools. Data were collected using a structured, self-administered questionnaire and analyzed with descriptive statistics and regression models. Results showed while awareness of ECs was high (98%), its actual use was moderate (50%). Attitude (p

Fields of Study & Subjects

Reproductive Health and Contraception Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions

Publication details

Journal / source
African Journal of Reproductive Health
Volume
30
Issue
1
Pages
74–85
Publication date
15 January 2026
Language
EN