Overview
Teen pregnancy rates in the United States have declined steadily in recent years. More than 60 of every 1000 teenage women gave birth in 1991 and 41 per 1000 in 2004 (the last year for which data are available). This decline is thought to be attributed to more effective birth control practice and decreased sexual activity among teens. The most dramatic reduction—23%—has occurred among African American teenagers.
Still, teenage pregnancy rates remain high. In t...Read the full article
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Overview, Health Risks to the Baby and Other Consequences of Teenage Pregnancy
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