Analysis of the Determinants of Child Marriage in Tempe District, Wajo Regency

Abstract

Introduction: Even though it has decreased, the number of child marriages is still relatively high in the South Sulawesi region. Specifically for the Tempe District area, there were 23 children in the period between 2022 -2023.

Objectives: The aims of this research are determine the determinants of the incidence of child marriage in Tempe District, Wajo Regency.

Methods: This research uses quantitative methods, with a case-control survey study design, to explore the relationship between early marriage and related risk factors. The research population includes all teenagers who entered into early marriage in Tempe District in the period 2022-2023, with a total sample of cases and controls of 60 people. Data analysis using the SPSS program, including univariate analysis to describe the frequency distribution of single variables, bivariate analysis to evaluate the relationship between independent and dependent variables, and the Chi-Square test (X2).

Results: The research results show that several factors influence the incidence of child marriage in Tempe District, Wajo Regency. Father's education does not have a significant influence, while mother's education, parental role, and partner's education have an important role. Higher education in mothers and partners tends to prevent child marriage, while positive parental roles also have a similar impact. Economic status and availability of adolescent reproductive health services have not been proven to influence the incidence of child marriage, nor has the role of peers.

Conclusions: This shows the complexity of the factors involved in the phenomenon of child marriage in the region.