Adolescent Sexual Behavior and Childbearing

The topic of adolescent sexual behavior and childbearing at once entails multiple issues related to sexual activity development and parenting--each with its own sweeping consequences. Adolescent Sexual Behavior and Childbearing integrates current findings to provide a comprehensive approach to this topic by examining research from diverse perspectives. Discussions of the biological sociocultural and interpersonal forces and influences impinging on adolescents are thoughtfully delivered--and patterns of sexual activity contraceptive use abortion single-parenthood adolescent relationships and prenatal care are carefully delineated. Interventions to prevent adolescent pregnancy are also provided making this a resource that yields a powerful statement of the issues for research and social policy. This is a book that should find a place in the working libraries of all persons interested in adolescent sexuality and pregnancy prevention. --Journal of Perinatology