Teenage Pregnancy
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- Experts Say High US Teen Pregnancy Rate Due to “Magical” MisconceptionsSeveral experts try to explain why the teen pregnancy rate in the United States is still higher than any other developed country.
- Alarming Teen Pregnancy Rates -- Are 'Abstinence Only' Programs to Blame?Even though teen pregnancy rates have dropped over the last two decades, teen pregnancy rates in America are still up to nine times higher than the teen pregnancy rates of other developed countries. Are abstinence only sex education programs to blame?
- How Teen Pregnancy Affects EmploymentAbout one million teens get pregnant every year and pregnancy has a great affect on their ability to obtain and maintain employment.
- Are TV Shows Contributing to the Increase in Teen Pregnancy?Today's teens seem to be interested and probably even influenced by the media's coverage of teen pregnancy. Watching movies such as Juno and following Jamie Lynn Spears throughout her pregnancy has showed teen pregnancy to be the "it" thing to do.
Teen Pregnancy: Who is at Fault? What Can Be Done?Teen pregnancy, who is at fault? What can be done?- Teen Pregnancy Pacts- Teens Planning to Get Pregnant Together!All over the world teenage girls are making pacts to get pregnant together.
- Alicea Oprah Fry on Teenage PregnancyI stress on the importance of communicating with our children about sex, sexuality, and gender Identity because I believe its a huge factor in what might help prevent teenage pregnancy.
Bristol Palin's MemoirBristol Palin rips into Levi Johnston, the father of her 2 1/2-year-old son, Tripp, in her new memoir, according to the Associated Press- Teen Pregnancy and Social Class: A Sociological AnalysisThis essay explains why there is a higher rate of teenage pregnancy among girls who are from the lower socioeconomic class, and takes into account the effects of poverty.
- Reasons Why Florida Needs Comprehensive Sex EducationFlorida's adolescents are having sex, becoming pregnant, and exchanging sexually transmitted infections; its time for the public to face this problem by talking about sex.
Is Teen Pregnancy Glamorized by Television?Teens no longer see pregnancy as a stigma or challenge, thanks to the media.
Abstinence and Teen PregnancyIs abstinence really the best policy? Or should schools teach teenagers about birth control?- How to Prevent Teen PregnancyScience has made leaps and bounds when it comes to prevention of disease and sickness. What if it could prevent teen pregnancy?
- Teen Pregnancy Looks Cool Because of the MediaAn article about the attention that magazines and the news bring to the stars of "16 and Pregnant."
- How Parents Can Prevent Teen PregnancyHow Parents Can Prevent Teen Pregnancy
- Teenage PregnancyTeenage pregnancy rates are going up. There are things parents can do to prevent their kids from making such a life changing decision.
- What is the Hype on Teen Pregnancy?Why does it seem as though there are more teen moms now?
- The Impact of Teen PregnancyAre you struggling with the impact of being a pregnant teen? Are you unsure on how to cope as a pregnant teen?
- Addressing the Teen Pregnancy EpidemicThe media has done an excellent job of promoting teen pregnancy. This article explains how society can address the epidemic of teen pregnancy.
- Teenage Pregnancy and How to Avoid ItTeenage pregnancy has reached such a stage that it has become uncontrollable lately. This is because of the failure of administration, teachers and parents to provide enough education to teenagers about the risks of pregnancy at an early age.
- The Secret Life of the Not-So Average American TeenagerA closer look at how teenage pregnancy is portrayed in the media.
- Teen Pregnancy: A Growing Problem?This article examines the problem of teenage pregnancy.
- Teen Pregnancy Rates Drop; How to Help Prevent More Teenage PregnanciesTeen pregnancy rates have dropped for the first time in three years, but are still high. Learn how to help prevent teenage pregnancies.
- The Teen Pregnancy Epidemic -- Is It Slowing?This article covers the epidemic of teen pregnancy and discusses a recently released CDC report covering the declining numbers of teen pregnancy in the US. It also covers ways to possibly further decrease pregnancy rates in the future.
- CDC Reports Drop in Teen Pregnancy Overall, but Rates Vary Wildly Across State BordersThe CDC reported Wednesday that the overall teen pregnancy rate in the U.S. has dropped for the first time in several years, but it remains high in areas that are economically challenged or promote abstinence-only sex education.
- The Plague of Teen PregnancyTeen pregnancy in the United States has declined since the since it reached a high in 1990 but the United States still ranks at the top of industrialized nations for teen pregnancy rates.
- Preventing Teen Pregnancy: Government Grants for Evidence-based ProgramsHHS has just announced $155 million grants for evidence based programs to prevent teen pregnancy. This is a departure from the abstinence-only-until-marriage programs that received funding over the past decade.
- Why Teen Pregnancy is Destructive to the Nation's Social FabricWhy teen pregnancies are destructive to our society and what can be done to prevent it.
How to Prevent or End an Unwanted Teen PregnancyStudies show that teens would rather have unprotected sex than talk to their parents about safe sexual practices. If you are a teen looking for ways to prevent or end a pregnancy, you can learn about your options here.- Teen Pregnancy ResourcesIf your a teen who may think they are pregnant or they are pregnant and your looking for information or places to turn to, this article will help you find resources in your area.
- Rising Teen Pregnancy and Abortion Rates Are Challenging Abstinence-Only Programs for TeensWhat is the impact of abstinence-only-until-marriage education programs for teens? Do they work?
- Religious Affiliation Tied to Forever 21 Maternity Line, Love 21Forever 21 which is aimed at teenage girls launched a new pregnancy line, Love 21, while keeping Christian bible passages on the bags the clothing is sold in.
- Teen Pregnancy Issues in the News and MediaAre teens watching teen pregnancy issues appearing in news and media coverage? Are parents taking the opportunity to hear from teens and discuss the teen pregnancy topic?
- Maternity Line for Teens?Teenage pregnancy has unfortunately become such a common thing that now retailers are starting to jump on the band wagon.
- The Importance of Sex EducationA look at the need for sex education in schools and the effects of abstinence only programs, as seen in the state of Mississippi.
- Accessible Birth Control: The Answer to the Teen Pregnancy Epidemic?Canada leads the US in the battle against teen pregnancy, which remains epidemic across the US. What can we learn from our neighbors to the north?
- Sex Education in the Schools Overtakes "Ignorance is Bliss" MentalitiyThe public must see the misconception of sex education if society is to successfully combat the rising numbers of teen pregnancies.
- Interview with Author Barbara Delinsky Regarding Teen PregnancyBarbara Delinksy has a new book out called "Not My Daughter" relating to teen pregnancy and was kind enough to answer some questions.
- Teen Pregnancy Interview with Author Annie Fox Part IIInterview with Author Annie Fox regarding Teen Pregnancy.
- Teen Pregnancy Interview with Author Annie FoxInterview with author Annie Fox on teen pregnancy.





