Sunday, October 11, 2009
♥ Reaserch Paper
TEENAGE PREGNANCY
A Research Paper
Presented to
Mr. Neil A. Improgo
Faculty of the English Department
In Partial Fulfillment
of the Requirements for the Course
English IV
by
Dianielhi Abarido
Cheryl Joy Amarga
October, 2009
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The researchers would like to thank the following people:
Mr. Neil Improgo, English Teacher, for his valuable and expert advise to the researches;
Dr. Erlinda C. Chico, Secondary School Principal II of
Miss Methuselah K. Arenas, Class Adivser, for her sincere and moral support;
To our awesome families, for all their incomparable love and support.
DEDICATION
To
Our beloved parents,
friends and classmates;
our relatives, teachers, to all Teen Mothers
and most especially to
the school
This humble piece of work is dedicated.
Dianielhi Abarido
Cheryl Joy Amarga
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. TITLE PAGE
II. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
III. DEDICATION
IV. TABLE OF CONTENTS
VI. WORK CITED
VII. APPENDICES
i. Photos
ii. Concept Map
OUTLINE
i. Introduction
ii. Body
What is Teenage Pregnancy?
Symptoms
Prevention
Youngest birth mother
iii. Conclusion
Introduction
Teen Pregnancy is a problem in today's society. There appears to be a lack of support. Teen mothers don't know their options. We feel that many teens today are unaware of the dangers of unprotected sex. To bring another life into this world without proper care and attention is to no one's advantage .The intention of this research paper is to inform people that are pregnant of the options available and to help them make the right decision when it comes to teen pregnancy.
BODY
Teenage pregnancy is defined as a teenaged or underage girl (usually within the ages of 13-19) becoming pregnant. The term in everyday speech usually refers to women who have not reached legal adulthood, which varies across the world, who become pregnant.
Teen mothers are less likely to complete high school (only one in three receives a high school diploma) and only 1.5% has a college degree by age 30.
Teen mothers are more likely to end up on welfare (nearly 80% of unmarried teen mothers end up on welfare).
Additional births to teens that are already mothers are disturbingly common; nearly 25% of teen mothers have a second birth before turning twenty.
Teen mothers are less likely to qualify for a well-paying job since few have a high school diploma.
Two-thirds of families begun by a young unmarried mother are poor.
Almost 1/2 of all teen mothers and over 3/4 of unmarried teen mothers began receiving welfare within five years of the birth of their first child.
Babies of teen mothers are more likely to be born prematurely and at low birth weight, which raises the probabilities of infant death, blindness, deafness, chronic respiratory problems, mental retardation, mental illness, and cerebral palsy; it also doubles the chance that a child will later be diagnosed as having dyslexia, hyperactivity, or another disability.
The symptoms are Implantation Bleeding, Delay/Difference in Menstruation, Swollen/Tender Breasts, Fatigue/Tiredness, Nausea/Morning Sickness,Backaches,Headaches,Frequent Urination,
Darkening of Areolas,Food Cravings.
To prevent this you shall use the different contraceptives which are the Condoms, The Female Condom, Spermicides, Foam, Suppository, Film, Sponge, Diaphragm, The Pill
In 1983 Lina Medina of Paurange, Peru gave birth to a 2.7 kg son (5.9 lb), Gerardo, by caesarean section on Mother's Day, May 14, 1939 in Lima at the age of 5 years, 7 months and 21 days. Her parents, who assumed their daughter had a tumour, took her to a hospital, where she was determined to be seven months pregnant. Although
V. Conclusion
Unwanted teen pregnancy can be prevented through open communication and by providing guidance regarding sexuality, contraception, and risks and responsibilities of possible pregnancy.
Finally, support of family and love will greatly help pregnant teens to a major extent.
VI. WORK CITED
- National Research Center for Women and Families (2001). "When Little Girls Become Women: Early Onset of Puberty in Girls".
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- UNICEF. (2001). A League Table of Teenage Births in Rich NationsPDF (888 KB). Retrieved July 7, 2006.
- Mayor S (May 2004). "Pregnancy and childbirth are leading causes of death in teenage girls in developing countries". BMJ 328 (7449): 1152. doi:. PMID 15142897. PMC: 411126. http://bmj.bmjjournals.com/cgi/content/full/328/7449/1152-a.
- Makinson C (1985). "The health consequences of teenage fertility". Fam Plann Perspect 17 (3): 132–9. doi:. PMID 2431924.
- The National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy. (2002). Not Just Another Single Issue: Teen Pregnancy Prevention's Link to Other Critical Social IssuesPDF (147 KB). Retrieved May 27, 2006.
- Population Council (2006)Unexplored Elements of Adolescence in the Developing World Population Briefs, January 2006, Vol. 12, No. 1. Retrieved April 18, 2007.
- Furstenberg FF, Levine JA, Brooks-Gunn J (1990). "The children of teenage mothers: patterns of early childbearing in two generations". Fam Plann Perspect 22 (2): 54–61. doi:. PMID 2347409.
- Fostering Hope: Preventing Teen Pregnancy Among Youth in Foster CarePDF (42.1 KB) A Joint Project of The National Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy and UCAN (Uhlich Children’s Advantage Network) 16 Feb 2006
VII.Appendices
Photos
Condom
Female Condom
Foam
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♥ Research Paper Writing
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Topic: Teenage Pregnancy
RESOURCES:
1. Teenage pregnancy defined
2. Causes of Teenage Pregnancy
3. Effects of Teenage Pregnancy
4. Limiting teenage Pregnancy
5. Contraception
6. Medical Outcomes
7. Teenage Fatherhood
8. List of Famous Teenage parents
9. Agencies involved in the lowering of high Pregnancy rates
10. Symptoms of Pregnancy
11. Prevention
12. Child Sexual Abuse
13. Adolescence Sexual Behavior
14. Teen Dating Violence
15. Rape among Friends
16.Socioeconomic Factors
17. Teen marriage
18.Teen pregnancy risks
19.Options
20.Emotional Effects of Teenage Pregnancy
21.Teen Pregnancy Poses Health Risks
22.Countries having many teen pregnants
23.Sexually Active teens
24.Teen Pregnancy Rates
25.Consequences of teen pregnancy option
TEENAGE PREGNANCY
Teen Pregnancy is a problem in today's society. There appears to be a lack of support. Teen mother's don't know their options. I feel that many teens today are unaware of the dangers of unprotected sex. To bring another life into this world without proper care and attention is to no one's advantage . The intention of this website is to inform people that are pregnant of the options available and to help them make the right decision when it comes to teen pregnancy.
II. What is Teenage Pregnancy?
A.Definition
Teenage pregnancy is defined as a teenaged or underage girl (usually within the ages of 13-19) becoming pregnant. The term in everyday speech usually refers to women who have not reached legal adulthood, which varies across the world, who become pregnant.
B. Background
1. Teen Mothers:
Teen mothers are less likely to complete high school (only one in three receives a high school diploma) and only 1.5% has a college degree by age 30.
Teen mothers are more likely to end up on welfare (nearly 80% of unmarried teen mothers end up on welfare).
Additional births to teens that are already mothers are disturbingly common; nearly 25% of teen mothers have a second birth before turning twenty.
2. Young Families:
Teen mothers are less likely to qualify for a well-paying job since few have a high school diploma.
Two-thirds of families begun by a young unmarried mother are poor.
Almost 1/2 of all teen mothers and over 3/4 of unmarried teen mothers began receiving welfare within five years of the birth of their first child.
3. Children of Teen Mothers:
Babies of teen mothers are more likely to be born prematurely and at low birth weight, which raises the probabilities of infant death, blindness, deafness, chronic respiratory problems, mental retardation, mental illness, and cerebral palsy; it also doubles the chance that a child will later be diagnosed as having dyslexia, hyperactivity, or another disability.
These children are also at greater risk of abuse and neglect. The sons of teen mothers are 13% more likely to end up in prison while teen daughters are 22% more likely to become teen mothers themselves. If the mother gives birth as an unmarried teen and did not end up receiving her high school diploma, there is a 64% chance that the child will grow up in poverty.
A married high-school-graduate’s child has a chance of growing up in poverty of only 7%.
A. Lack of a good education
III. Causes of teenage pregnancy
1. Reasons for lack of education
1.1 Discomfort
1.2 Fear that it will encourage sexual activity
1.3 Uncertainty about when to educate
2. Results
2.1 Unprotected sex
2.2Misuse of protection
2.3People believe myths
2.4People aren’t aware of consequences
B. Increased sexual activity in teens
1. Reasons for increased sexual activity
1.1 Peer pressure
1.2 Teens not understanding the significance of sex
C. Sexual Abuse
D.Teen Dating Violence
IV. Why teen pregnancy is a cause for concern
A. Negative mental/psychological effects
1. Effects on child
1.1. Child is at a higher risk of having behavioral problems later on
2. Effects on mother
2.1 Initial excitement
2.3 Fear
2.4 Confusion
2.5 Resentment
2.6 Frustration
2.7 Depression
B. Negative physical effects
1. Effects on mother
1.1 Higher risk for anemia
1.2 Higher risk for pregnancy-induced hypertension
1.3 Higher risk for cervical cancer
1.4. Higher risk for high blood pressure
1.5 Higher risk for miscarriage
2. Effects on child
2.1. Higher risk for fetal distress
2.2. Higher risk for SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
2.3. Higher risk of being born prematurely
2.4. Higher risk of delayed development
2.5. Higher risk for low birth weight
C. Negative effects on overall quality of life
1. Lower level of education
2. Less money earned
3. Depression
4. Social isolation
5. Limited Job opportunities
V. Symptoms
1.Implantation Bleeding:
Implantation bleeding can be one of the earliest pregnancy symptoms. About 6-12 days after conception, the embryo implants itself into the uterine wall. Some women will experience spotting as well as some cramping.
Other Explanations: Actual menstruation, altered menstruation, changes in birth control pill, infection, or abrasion from intercourse.
2.Delay/Difference in Menstruation:
A delayed or missed menstruation is the most common pregnancy symptom leading a woman to test for pregnancy. When you become pregnant, your next period should be missed. Many women can bleed while they are pregnant, but typically the bleeding will be shorter or lighter than a normal period.
Other Explanations: Excessive weight gain/loss, fatigue, hormonal problems, tension, stress, ceasing to take the birth control pill, or breast-feeding.
3.Swollen/Tender Breasts:
Swollen or tender breasts is a pregnancy symptom which may begin as early as 1-2 weeks after conception. Women may notice changes in their breasts; they may be tender to the touch, sore, or swollen.
Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance, birth control pills, impending menstruation (PMS) can also cause your breasts to be swollen or tender.
4.Fatigue/Tiredness:
Feeling fatigued or more tired is a pregnancy symptom which can also start as early as the first week after conception.
Other Explanations: Stress, exhaustion, depression, common cold or flu, or other illnesses can also leave you feeling tired or fatigued.
5.Nausea/Morning Sickness:
This well-known pregnancy symptom will often show up between 2-8 weeks after conception. Some women are fortunate to not deal with morning sickness at all, while others will feel nauseous throughout most of their pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Food poisoning, stress, or other stomach disorders can also cause you to feel queasy.
6.Backaches:
Lower backaches may be a symptom that occurs early in pregnancy; however, it is common to experience a dull backache throughout an entire pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Impending menstruation, stress, other back problems, and physical or mental strains.
7.Headaches:
The sudden rise of hormones in your body can cause you to have headaches early in pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Dehydration, caffeine withdrawal, impending menstruation, eye strain, or other ailments can be the source of frequent or chronic headaches.
8.Frequent Urination:
Around 6-8 weeks after conception, you may find yourself making a few extra trips to the bathroom.
Other Explanations: Urinary tract infection, diabetes, increasing liquid intake, or taking excessive diuretics.
9.Darkening of Areolas:
If you are pregnant, the skin around your nipples may get darker.
Other Explanations: Hormonal imbalance unrelated to pregnancy or may be a leftover effect from a previous pregnancy.
10.Food Cravings:
While you may not have a strong desire to eat pickles and ice cream, many women will feel cravings for certain foods when they are pregnant. This can last throughout your entire pregnancy.
Other Explanations: Poor diet, lack of a certain nutrient, stress, depression, or impending menstruation.
VI. Prevention
A. Different Contraceptives
1. Condoms
When used properly, the condom (or rubber) can prevent up to 85% of unwanted pregnancies. A condom is made from thin but strong latex and is put on an erect penis before penetration. It provides a direct physical barrier to sperm. Some condoms are also lubricated with a sprermicide called Nonoxynol-9 which is a chemical that kills sperm. If extra lubrication is needed when using a condom, make sure to use ONLY a water based lubricant like KY Jelly or water. Never use petroleum jelly or anything else containing oils as these can weaken the condom and cause it to break durning intercourse. Condoms are sold at most drug stores and can normally be obtained free of charge at local public health centers.
2. The Female Condom
The newest kind of birth control. It works like the male condom by physically preventing the entrance of sperm into the vagina. It can be purchased at your local drug store.
3. Spermicides
3.1. Foam
Comes with an applicator into which the foam is squirted from a bottle. The applicator is then used to insert the foam into the vagina. Foam is active as soon as it is inserted into the vagina.
3.2. Suppository
The suppository is the size of a large pill and is manually pushed into the vagina, where the heat of the body melts it to form a protective layer of gel over the interior of the vagina where it will work for up to an hour.
3.3.Film
The film works in much the same way as a suppository, but comes in a 2x2 inch sheet that is then folded an inserted into the vagina, where, like the suppository, it melts forming a protective layer.
4. Sponge
It is inserted far into the vagina near the cervical opening. It acts as both a physical and chemical barrier to sperm. Though useful, it is most effective at preventing pregnancy when used in combination with a spermicide and a condom. The sponge can also be found at drug stores or can be obtained from your doctor.
5. Diaphragm
This is another popular form of birth control. It is made of strong, flexible latex rubber and is inserted into the vagina at the cervical opening. The diaphragm must be prescribed and fitted by your doctor. It can be worn up to 24 hours allowing for the spontaneity many couples desire. Though it provides only a physical barrier to sperm, it is very effective when used correctly and may be used in combination with spermicides to maximize its effectiveness.
6. The Pill
Most reliable form of birth control. They contain a mixture of synthetic hormones, usually desogetrel and ethinyl estrodiol and work by preventing the monthly release of the egg from the ovary. If the egg is not released, it can not join with the sperm during intercourse and pregnancy becomes an impossibility. The birth control pill is generally taken for 21 days in a row and then a sugar pill is taken for 7 days during which time menstruation occurs. Though, it has been proven very effective, it must be used correctly without missed days for optimal reliability. The birth control pill must be prescribed by you doctor.
VII. Youngest birth mother
1939: Lina Medina of Paurange, Peru gave birth to a 2.7 kg son (5.9 lb), Gerardo, by caesarean section on Mother's Day, May 14, 1939 in Lima at the age of 5 years, 7 months and 21 days. Her parents, who assumed their daughter had a tumour, took her to a hospital, where she was determined to be seven months pregnant. Although Medina's father was arrested on suspicion of child molesting, he was later released due to lack of evidence, and the identity of who impregnated Medina was never uncovered.
VIII. Conclusion
Unwanted teen pregnancy can be prevented through open communication and by providing guidance regarding sexuality, contraception, and risks and responsibilities of possible pregnancy. Finally, support of family and love will greatly help pregnant teens to a major extent.
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