Background: Many programs emphasize subsequent pregnancy prevention and high school graduation among teenage mothers; however, less is known about their ability to increase financial earnings from employment opportunities while concurrently enrolled in school. This study evaluates factors influencing employment status among teenage mothers after…

Describes hospital-based programs in the San Francisco area designed to meet the academic, medical, and social needs of pregnant adolescents. (PB)

This article explains the development and implementation of an educational program for pregnant adolescents in the state of Louisiana. (RC)

Stresses the importance of parenthood education for school-age parents as well as their classmates. (PB)

The model program described was designed to provide teenage mothers with knowledge and skills needed to successfully cope with caring for their infants. (JD)

Perceived needs for educational and social services on the part of teenaged parents and service suppliers differ to some extent. (JD)

Describes a school-based program that attempts to intervene in the failure syndrome of pregnant adolescents, which is reflected in the areas of education, health, self concept, and parenting. (PB)

Examines problems and potential solutions concerning adolescent parenthood. (PB)

A survey of the knowledge, beliefs, and attitudes of secondary school students in British Columbia, Canada, revealed misconceptions about breastfeeding and beliefs that breastfeeding was not acceptable in social situations. Information about breastfeeding and lactation should be integrated into school courses and health programs. (Author/PP)

A questionnaire administered to college students determined knowledge of child health and development and effects on disciplinary approaches. Results indicated that college students know more about child development than do high school seniors. College women are more knowledgeable than men. Students with poor knowledge tend to choose harsher…