Discusses the problem of adolescent pregnancy and focuses on improving contraception as a practical solution. Describes the advantages and disadvantages of existing methods (the condom, the pill, and the contraceptive sponge). Predicts that the development of a fundamentally new contraceptive, such as a monthly menses-inducer pill, will not occur…

Reviews the problem of adolescent pregnancy/early childbearing, discussing some of the most common misconceptions about the issue as well as some of the reasons why this problem is of major concern. Suggests some possible solutions. Provides information on a number of resources that could be useful to professionals and parents. (Author/ABL)

This staff brief was prepared for the Wisconsin Legislative Council's Special Committee on Teenage Pregnancy Prevention and Related Issues. It presents information on teenage pregnancy, programs to deal with teenage pregnancy, and proposed legislation from the 1989-1990 Wisconsin Legislative Session. Part I of the brief provides pregnancy data for…

Broadly outlines scope of the problem of teenage pregnancy, some of its more obvious causes, and some of the long-term implications of not truly understanding the nature of the problem. Concludes with theoretical critique of social disorganizational, social definitional, and social organizational approaches to the problem of teenage pregnancy.…

This report provides a brief overview of state policies and programs to address the problems of adolescent pregnancy and parenting. Section 1, a brief introduction, is followed by a section which examines a broad set of state policies and programs affecting at-risk youth, including pregnant teenagers and teenage parents. The state-by-state review…

Utilizes concepts from family systems theory to explain pregnancy in late adolescence as a family dysfunction, particularly using structural family therapy concepts and the "leaving home" concept. Presents illustrative case and implications. (Author/ABL)

Explains how previewing may be applied to help adolescents adjust to developmental vicissitudes. Notes that previewing is innovative strategy derived from early life caregiver-infant interaction that encourages adolescent to represent and predict interpersonal outcomes of her behaviors. Discusses application of previewing to case involving…

Assesses the evidence for revisionist views of teenage childbearing. These theories suggest that the perception of teenage pregnancy as a growing social problem has been caused by the political agendas of certain interest groups; the consequences of early childbearing have been exaggerated; and pregnancy among disadvantaged teenagers may be an…

This document focuses on the involvement of the Mott Foundation in the problem of teenage pregnancy. After a brief introduction to the topic including statistics on the incidence of teenage pregnancy, methods by which other organizations and foundations have attacked the problem of teenage pregnancy are described. The role of the Mott Foundation…

Reviews literature on subsequent adolescent pregnancy; self-concept; and phototherapy, a series of visual techniques which can aid in self-understanding. Presents specific phototherapeutic intervention, consisting of eight distinct steps, as a possible component of a comprehensive program of information and counseling for adolescents during…

Considers the necessity for family scientists to review and evaluate public policies and legislation relevant to the family. Suggests that framework for statutory analysis may aid this task and presents an example of a statutory analysis of adolescent pregnancy legislation using such a framework. Discusses the usefulness of statutory analysis for…

Reviews current rates of adolescent pregnancy and associated costs. Contends better empirical and theoretical bases for intervention programs are needed in the future. Claims much could be gained from high quality evaluations of the many current intervention programs, although the political climate often influences program development. Previews…

An analysis of Southern states' policies, programs, and funding related to adolescent pregnancy was conducted for the purpose of assessing the role of the states in stimulating prevention initiatives. Specific states included were Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina,…

This report on teenage pregnancy is divided into three parts, each of which provides specific resources for those who are initiating or expanding programs to prevent teenage pregnancy and to serve parenting teenagers. Part I, a "Catalog of Programs to Prevent Adolescent Pregnancy and Serve Pregnant Adolescents and Teenage Parents,"…