Exploring the Use of Digital Educational Tools for Sexual and Reproductive Health in Sub-Saharan Africa: Systematic Review DOI Creative Commons

Ramatu Hajia Abdul Hamid Alhassan,

Catherine L. Haggerty, Abimbola Fapohunda

et al.

JMIR Public Health and Surveillance, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 11, P. e63309 - e63309

Published: Feb. 26, 2025

Background Adolescents, particularly those in Sub-Saharan Africa, experience major challenges getting accurate and comprehensive sexual reproductive health (SRH) information because of sociocultural norms, stigma, limited SRH educational resources. Digital tools, leveraging the widespread use mobile phones internet connectivity, present a promising avenue to overcome these barriers enhance education among adolescents Africa. Objective We conducted systematic review describe (1) geographic demographic distributions (designated objectives 1a 1b, respectively, given their interrelatedness) (2) types relevant impacts digital tools (objective 2). Methods followed PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses) guidelines, using databases, such as Ovid-MEDLINE, Google Scholar, PubMed, ERIC, conduct literature searches. The selection criteria focused on studies that specifically addressed used assess or deliver education, implementation, effectiveness adolescent population JBI critical appraisal quality assessment papers included review. Results identified 22 across Africa met inclusion criteria. spanned populations West, Central, East, South with an emphasis youth aged 10-24 years, reflecting importance reaching age groups effective, accessible, engaging (objectives 1b). There was diverse range used, including social media platforms, apps, gamified learning experiences, broad youth. These methods were generally successful by providing them accessible However, challenges, divide, cultural sensitivity material, necessity thorough examination long-term influence behavior modification, noted. Conclusions provide great potential improve technologies can help outcomes accessibility delivering is easy understand, interesting, tailored needs. Future research should focus addressing bridging ensuring contextual relevance content, assessing impact outcomes. Policymakers educators are encouraged integrate into strategies target order this group contribute improving public

Language: Английский

Exploring the Use of Digital Educational Tools for Sexual and Reproductive Health in Sub-Saharan Africa: Systematic Review DOI Creative Commons

Ramatu Hajia Abdul Hamid Alhassan,

Catherine L. Haggerty, Abimbola Fapohunda

et al.

JMIR Public Health and Surveillance, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 11, P. e63309 - e63309

Published: Feb. 26, 2025

Background Adolescents, particularly those in Sub-Saharan Africa, experience major challenges getting accurate and comprehensive sexual reproductive health (SRH) information because of sociocultural norms, stigma, limited SRH educational resources. Digital tools, leveraging the widespread use mobile phones internet connectivity, present a promising avenue to overcome these barriers enhance education among adolescents Africa. Objective We conducted systematic review describe (1) geographic demographic distributions (designated objectives 1a 1b, respectively, given their interrelatedness) (2) types relevant impacts digital tools (objective 2). Methods followed PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews Meta-Analyses) guidelines, using databases, such as Ovid-MEDLINE, Google Scholar, PubMed, ERIC, conduct literature searches. The selection criteria focused on studies that specifically addressed used assess or deliver education, implementation, effectiveness adolescent population JBI critical appraisal quality assessment papers included review. Results identified 22 across Africa met inclusion criteria. spanned populations West, Central, East, South with an emphasis youth aged 10-24 years, reflecting importance reaching age groups effective, accessible, engaging (objectives 1b). There was diverse range used, including social media platforms, apps, gamified learning experiences, broad youth. These methods were generally successful by providing them accessible However, challenges, divide, cultural sensitivity material, necessity thorough examination long-term influence behavior modification, noted. Conclusions provide great potential improve technologies can help outcomes accessibility delivering is easy understand, interesting, tailored needs. Future research should focus addressing bridging ensuring contextual relevance content, assessing impact outcomes. Policymakers educators are encouraged integrate into strategies target order this group contribute improving public

Language: Английский

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