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This is a Mixed Methods study (also classified as: Cross-Sectional).

September 10, 2025BMC Public HealthOpen Access

Understanding awareness of abortion legality and barriers to service access among adolescent girls in Karnali Province, Nepal: evidence from a mixed methods study

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Mixed methods study examines barriers and legal awareness of abortion in adolescents, highlighting key findings.

Only 49.8% of adolescents aged 12–19 knew that abortion is legal in Nepal, indicating a significant gap in legal awareness.
Key barriers to accessing abortion services included social stigma, misinformation, and distrust toward health facilities.
Adolescents aged 15–19 in specific regions were found to have higher awareness about abortion legality, affecting access.
A multi-level approach is needed to address barriers, including awareness campaigns for adolescents and better service provision.

Thakuri et al. (2025) studied this question.

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