Monday, April 21, 2008

Teen pregnancy--is it a problem in the U.S. ?

Each year approximately 750,000 women between the ages of 15 and 19 become pregnant. In several states, more than half of these pregnancies end in abortion. The United States has the highest rate of teenage pregnancies when compared to other countries of similar status. Teenagers who have babies are less likely to finish high school. Given these statistics, do you think teenage pregnancy is a serious problem in the United States? Please explain your views.

Thank you!


Twila Douglas (1:00)

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