Teenage Pregnancy and Parenthood

Global Perspectives, Issues and Interventions

Helen Holgate, Roy Evans, Francis K.O. Yuen

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Routledge
05 October 2006

Sociology: family & relationships; Welfare & benefit systems

Teenage parenthood is generally considered a 'bad thing' in western Europe and the US, but there has been little discussion of the cultural differences in how teenage parenthood is viewed and what sorts of policy and practice interventions are therefore appropriate.

The debate of teenage pregnancy and parenthood continues to be a topical media and political issue, and a contested policy area. Covering the controversial issues, this book contributes to the debate, filling the gap in the current market. The strong chapter selection looks at areas such as:

- education

- social policy and welfare reforms in the UK and US

- issues for young fathers

- child sex abuse

- girls with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

This is invaluable reading for those working on government strategies to reduce teen pregnancies and those working in sex education and youth care.

Edited by: Helen Holgate, Roy Evans, Francis K.O. Yuen
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: New edition
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 410g
ISBN: 9780415346269
ISBN 10: 0415346266
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 05 October 2006
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

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Reviews for Teenage Pregnancy and Parenthood: Global Perspectives, Issues and Interventions

<p>Michael Reiss, Institute of Education: The subject is both topical and unlikely to fade away in the next few years. The chapter selection looks strong and the contributions from the US and Hong Kong are to be welcomed? Will be bought by ? professionals and libraries. ? will make a useful contribution to the literature? <p><p>Ruth Chambers, Staffordshire University: a new approach to the issues of teen pregnancy ? a wide-ranging overview. Maybe scope for recommended reading on social work awards.