A Cultural and Historical Perspective on Pregnancy-related Activity among U.S. Teenagers.

Washington, Anita C.

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Publication Date: 1982-Aug

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A Cultural and Historical Perspective on Pregnancy-related Activity among U.S. Teenagers.

Washington, Anita C.

Journal of Black Psychology, v9 n1 p1-28 Aug 1982

Compares changes in birth rates, sexual activity, abortion rates, illegitimate births, and incidence of giving babies up for adoption among White and Black adolescents and explores social and cultural influences on the racial differences. Presents suggestions for culturally related interventions in the area of teenage pregnancy. (Author/MJL)

Descriptors: Abortions, Adolescents, Birth Rate, Blacks, Contraception, Cultural Influences, Pregnancy, Public Policy, Sexuality, Socioeconomic Influences, Trend Analysis, Unwed Mothers, Whites

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Language: English

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