Question 1

what are symptoms of early teen pregnancy?

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Same as adults...: ...And may include missed periods, bloating, nausea, fatigue, tender breasts, vaginal spotting from implantation, headaches (from the surge in hormones) and lower back pain. A simple pregnancy test can more accurately detect an early pregnancy (usually by day 7);.

Question 2

why the us has a dropping teen pregnancy rate?

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Two main factors: There is some evidence in a delay of sexual activity in some population groups while in others the use of dependable birth control methods is up.

Question 3

what is the best way to eliminate  a teen pregnancy?

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Education and access: Education of teenagers about pregnancy and its prevention and ready access to birth control are the best ways to eliminate teen pregnancies in this country.

Question 4

what are the emotional effects of teen pregnancy?

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Depression: Teens are at risk for pregnancy and postpartum depression.  They often feel isolated from their friends and left out of social functions.  They are also less likely to finish school or attend college than their non-pregnant friends.  Teens are also more likely to experience mood swings from hormonal changes during pregnancy.

Question 5

how can we stop teen pregnancy? preach abstinence?

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Not very effective.: Sort of like telling people not to eat or breathe.  Sex is one of the major human needs and most people want to satisfy the need.  There are some who will abstain but they seem to be the minority.

Question 6

how do you get medical coverage for teen pregnancy?

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Depends on location: Most of the us has at least prenatal coverage through state health insurance. Be sure to check for this.

Question 7

which would you  choose? teen pregnancy or abortion?

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Political question: Right-to-life versus choice. Pregnancy must automatically be associated with responsibility that often follows a thoughless moment of pleasure. They have created a human life, whether they want the baby or not. Can they discard it at will?

Question 8

health site help: what is effective against teen pregnancy?

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Abstinence: This sounds too obvious but we are failing to teach our young that they need a sense of responsibility for fhe consequence of their actions. Unfortunately it is the lack of discipline in home and school, the seeds of ultimate decline in our culture! if it sounds old fashioned, it is the philosophy of the ages and still good.

Question 9

what happens if you smoke and drink during a teen pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Baby smokes/drinks: Cigarette smoke has been shown to reduce the eventual size of baby and accelerate the aging of the placenta, where it can reduce blood flow. The alcohol crosses into baby and turns into formaldehyde as it breaks down.It has a toxic effect on cells.Depending on the amount and timing it can produce birth defects and subtle forms of brain injury.It is likely the cause of some of the ADD/ADHD kids.

Question 10

informatic on teen pregnancy!?

Accepted Answer

Many placed: Most of the school systems have wonderful programs to teach and assist teens to prevent pregnancy and also to support them through pregnancies.

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