In the United States, an estimated one-third of girls become pregnant before the age of 20. More than 80% of these births are unplanned.CDC: Adolescent Reproductive Health
A study released in July 2008 showed a 4 percent increase in the number of teen pregnancies between 2005 and 2006.CNN: Report: Teen pregnancies up for first time in 15 years (July 11, 2008)
Risks
- Pre-mature labor/delivery
- Anemia
- Preeclampsia
- Low birth weight
Disclaimer
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What do you think of the MTV show "Teen Mom?" Is it a good program to watch with adolescents as a teaching method?(2 Answers)
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Birthrate in women 15 to 19 declined 34 percent since 1991CDC: Adolescent Reproductive Health
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