HOW EARLY MARRIAGE RESULT TO MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES IN YOUNG GIRLS.
Child marriage can be defined as either formal or informal union between a child under 18 and an adult. Child marriage denies a girl to build their bright futures and unlock their potential. Traditions that allow child marriage should be eradicated in the society because it causes mental health issues in young girls. There are reasons that makes early marriage result to mental health issues One of the reason that early marriage result to mental health issues in young girls is that it deprives girls the opportunity to experience a normal childhood and adolescence. During this development years, girls need to be able to explore their abilities, develop relationship with friends and family and learn about the world around them. Early marriage can prevent girls from doing these things, which leads to feelings of isolation, loneliness and depression. Domestic violence, physical and sexual abuse is also a reason why early marriage result to mental health issues in young girls. Ear...