The Epidemic Of Teenage Abortion
Teenage abortion has been declining over the last several decades. In the 1970s, the rate of teenage abortion went up, but this rate stabilized in the 1980s. Since the 1980s, …
Teenage Pregnancy
The Shocking Facts on Teenage Pregnancy in Australia
A 2003, the rate of teenage pregnancy in Australia was ranked the sixth highest among more developed nations falling below the United States, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand. It …
Teenage Pregnancy in Jamaica
Rates of teenage pregnancy in Jamaica are among the highest in the Caribbean, with the birth rate for 15-19 year olds at 108 births per 1,000 women. Forty-five percent of …
The Facts on Teenage Pregnancy in Canada
Rates of teenage pregnancy in Canada are some of the highest in the developed world, though the numbers are below those of the United States and the United Kingdom. In …
Teen Pregnancy and Health Risks
Teen pregnancy and health risks to both mother and infant are unfortunately closely related. In general, infants born to adolescent mothers are at a higher risk of accidental injury and …
Real-life Stories on Teenage Pregnancy: Feeling a Little Less Alone
Whether a pregnant teenager looks online, in a magazine, or in a pamphlet at a clinic, it is always helpful for her to know that she is not the only …
The Challenges of Teenage Pregnancy
Few people would argue with the statement that one of the most precious of all life’s events is the birth of a child. This is certainly the case for a …
Teenage Pregnancy: Don’t Blame the Victim
Teenage pregnancy, also referred to as adolescent pregnancy, is defined as pregnancy occurring in women up to 19 years old. Teenage pregnancy is a significant social issue in many nations, …