Background: Adolescents living with HIV have poorer retention in care and higher rates of interruption in treatment than children and adults, especially in fragile settings. Evidence from South Sudan remains limited. This study examined determinants of antiretroviral therapy inte...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i51385
Background: Sleep is a crucial part of an individual’s life and health. It is vital for the optimal growth and development of children; thus, an important factor for learning and academic achievement. This study is aimed at determining the predictors of sleep quality among adoles...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i31363
Background/Aim: Sleep is an elusive but indispensable requirement for good health. Health habits such as sleep formed during adolescence can contribute immensely to one’s wellbeing. The study aims to assess the sleep quality and the associated factors of poor sleep quality among...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i11340
Background: Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a chronic inherited hemoglobinopathy associated with recurrent pain, emotional distress, and functional impairment that collectively diminish health-related quality of life (HRQoL). In Kenya, limited evidence exists on HRQoL among youths l...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i121336
Kajero, Ayokunle Oluwasegun, Ogundipe, Olubiyi Love, Omode, Kunle Paulinus, Olatunde, O. A., Koleowo Oluwagbemiga, Agunbiade Opeyemi, Adewale-Aro Olaide, Showemimo Stella & Guilavogui Jean Paul Yassa·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2025
Adolescents face heightened risks related to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) due to early sexual debut, limited knowledge, stigma, and poor access to youth-friendly health services (YFHS). This cross-sectional study assessed awareness, knowledge, and utilization of SRH servi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2025/v23i111316
Abdul-Samed Mohammed, Francis Kronzu Cudjoe, Gifty Mary Wuffele, Ibrahim Issah & Abubakar Iddrisu Iklimah·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2024
Introduction: Menstrual health is a critical aspect of adolescent well-being, yet knowledge and practices surrounding menstruation can vary significantly, especially in culturally diverse settings. Despite its undeniable significance, the nuanced landscape of adolescent menstrual...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2024/v22i101105
The study has assessed the feeding habits and nutritional status of adolescents in Bamenda II Municipality. Multi-stage sampling technique was used to select four private non boarding secondary schools in Bamenda II Municipality. Systematic sampling was used to select the respond...
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Research Article10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i6720
The consumption of psychoactive substances (PAS) among adolescents has become a major public health concern. As adolescents in different geographical settings experience unique exposures and challenges, understanding the pattern and determinant factors of PAS use across these set...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2023/v21i11948
Syfunnahar Bristi, Fariha Haseen, Md. Hasan, Niaz Mohammad Khan, Helal Uddin Ahmed & Syed Shariful Islam·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2022
The purpose of the research was to assess emotional and behavioral presentation among adolescents during the COVID-19 pandemic visiting outpatient departments of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU) and to compare the extent of emotional and behavioral symptoms amo...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i1030499
Joshua Dindiok Dubik, Mubarick Nungbaso Asumah, Gilbert Ti-enkawol Nachinab, Ayishetu Gariba, Anoome Irene Adumbire, Lamisi Christabel Adimazoya & Amoro Rosemary Abondomah·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2022
Background: Adolescents’ sexual and reproductive health is supreme to healthy living, and because the health of adolescents is important, it has compelled most countries across the globe to put up appropriate measures to meet their needs. Aims: The main aim of the study was to as...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i330449
Aims: To assess the prevalence, intensity, associated factors and predictors of chronic urogenital schistosomiasis among in-school adolescents in Sokoto. Study Design: Descriptive cross-sectional survey. Place and Duration of Study: Secondary Schools in Sokoto metropolis, Sokoto...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2022/v20i130429
Background: Adolescent risky behaviours are of public health concern globally. Risky behaviours are often initiated during adolescence which can lead to morbidity and mortality in individuals. The main aim of the study was to compare the prevalence of alcohol intake and risky sex...
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Research Article10.9734/AJMAH/2018/45218
Aims: The study determined the prevalence of overweight and obesity among adolescents in secondary schools in Abia State, Nigeria. Study Design: A cross-sectional school based survey was conducted among adolescents of Aba South L.G.A to determine the prevalence of overweight and...
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Research Article10.9734/ARRB/2015/9919