Teen Mothers participate in Univ. of Windsor Study
At Literature for Life, we are always interested in articles that support our missions, visions, and values in which we promote the benefits of reading and family literacy. Our approach begins with young mothers who are pregnant and parenting with the core belief that a Mother is her childs first teacher. The following article highlights a study being conducted on Teenage Mothers based on the belief that there is need for teen pregnancy prevention because of the consequences that can affect both mother and child. Literature for Life takes a special interest in preventative measures for the children of these young mothers. Through our one of a kind reading circles we and help young families realize that preparation for a successful future begins with Mom as their child’s primary care giver and it begings with literacy.
Excerpts: Are impulsive teen girls more likely to have a baby?
ZOSIA BIELSKI
From Monday’s (Jan. 3 2011) Globe and Mail
Dr. Carlin Miller, an associate professor in the psychology department and the University of Windsor is conducting a study on teen pregnancy to determine if impulsive girls are at a greater risk of becoming pregnant.
“Girls who become pregnant as teens or in very early adulthood- 20 ir 21- are far more impulsive, ont only in
their own behaviours but also in their parenting styles. And their children have the worst outcomes.”
In the Globe and Mail article, Dr. Miller said, “Prevention is important, because teen pregnancies can lead to poor outcomes for both mother and child.”
“Consequences extend into the long term…moms are less likely to finish high school, more likely to live in poverty, be unemployed and involved in domestically abusive situation. The children of teen moms are more likely to become teen parents themselves.”
To read the full article click here: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/family-and-relationships/are-impulsive-teen-girls-more-likely-to-have-a-baby/article1854679/
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