Understanding Teenage Mothering: Conventional and Unconventional Wisdom
By Lee SmithBattle, R.N., D.N.Sc.
The Prevention Researcher,
Volume 10, Number 3, 2003, Pages 1,3-4, Item# A103-SMITHBATTLE
This article takes a special look at some of the myths surrounding Teenage Mothering
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Teen Mothers
The Prevention Researcher,
Volume 10, Number 3, 2003
Most of the research on teen mothers highlights the negative impact that early child bearing can have on adolescents. However, interviews with teen mothers have shown that many girls find impending motherhood an impetus for positive life change. This issue highlights methods for improving and strengthening services for pregnant and parenting teens, and challenges several of the prevailing assumptions regarding teen mothers.
This issue also featured these articles:
- • Effects of a High School-Based Child Care Center, Pages 14-15
- • Improving Services for Pregnant and Parenting Teens, Pages 9-13
- • Strengthening School-Based Programs for Teen Parents: Challenges and Solutions, Pages 5-8
- • Understanding Teenage Mothering: Conventional and Unconventional Wisdom, Pages 1,3-4
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