teenage pregnancy

A young girl, convicted of murder as a child, serves her sentence only to be placed in a group home, where, upon her release, she must grapple with starting over and an unplanned pregnancy.

Luna Begay, a studious teenage girl, is brought to a party by her sister Issy where she ends up drugged and assaulted by the charming and sophisticated Jon and remains in denial about the rape until her sister Issy figures out that Luna is pregnant.

How big of a concern is teen pregnancy in today's society? What options do teens have once they get pregnant? This controversial issue is examined in depth, presenting young adults with information from all sides of the debate. Graphs and full-color photographs highlight the discussion of the underlying social factors that are the root causes of teen pregnancy to make readers better informed about these issues. A list of websites gives pregnant teens resources to turn to for support and advice.

"Provides consumer information for teens about maintaining health during pregnancy, preparing for childbirth, and caring for a newborn. Includes index and resource information"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the issues surrounding teenage pregnancy, including breaking the news to parents, dealing with judgments and criticism, co-parenting, and finishing school.

Ashley Salazar, of "16 and Pregnant," discusses the struggles she had as a pregnant teen and between choosing adoption or raising her daughter as a single mother.

When Audrey makes peace with the fact that she's adopted, she finds out she's pregnant, only for her past to resurface, as the cracks in her heart begin to spill open and all the unanswered questions she had about family and what-ifs rise to the surface.

Looks at the opposing viewpoints of Rose and Michael, two teens who are in love but withdraw from each other when Rose gets pregnant and Michael becomes paranoid, leading to a terrible decision.

After fathering a baby, a teenager moves in with his karate-loving uncle and tries to come to terms with his guilt and find a way to forgive.

"In Boston and an ocean away, in Ireland, two young women--both virgins--find themselves pregnant. Around the world, epidemics, droughts, famines, floods, and worse threaten major cities. Terrifying forces of light and darkness are gathering, and former nun turned P.I. Anne Fitzgerald investigates the immaculate conceptions to discover the truth--and to save the young women, and possibly herself."--back cover.