Consequences of Early Marriage on Young Girl – A Systematic Review

This systematic review examined the consequences of early marriage on young girls by analyzing 22 studies from academic databases using PRISMA methodology. The review identified three main impact areas: social issues, health and well-being, and life skills and relationships, which generated 18 subthemes. The authors call for more in-depth qualitative research to better understand how early marriage affects girls' interpersonal relationships and overall development. The review highlights that early marriage remains a significant challenge requiring sustained attention from scholars and organizations working to reduce its prevalence.

Key points

• 22 related studies were identified primarily from Scopus and Springer Link databases
• Three main theme categories emerged: social issues, health and well-being, and life skills and relationships
• 18 subthemes were identified across these main categories
• The review emphasizes the need for more holistic and in-depth qualitative research on early marriage consequences
• The interpersonal relationship domain of child brides is identified as an under-researched area requiring future attention

Limitations

This document is a systematic review protocol or overview that does not present empirical findings or data on the actual consequences of early marriage. The abstract does not specify which consequences were identified or provide details on the study quality or geographic distribution of the 22 included studies, limiting the reader's ability to understand the specific evidence base.