Learning Outcomes for Study Session 1

When you have studied this session, you should be able to:

1.1  Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold. (SAQs 1.1 and 1.5)

1.2  Show that you understand that different groups of adolescents have different needs. (SAQs 1.1 and 1.5)

1.3 Briefly describe the biological and psychosocial changes during adolescence. (SAQ 1.2)

1.4  Explain why adolescents are especially vulnerable to reproductive health risks. (SAQ 1.3)

1.5  Show that you are aware of adolescent reproductive health rights and the need to provide appropriate information and services. (SAQ 1.4)

Study Session 1  Introduction to Adolescent and Youth Reproductive Health (AYRH)

1.1  Why it is important to provide services for adolescents and young people