Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10512704 | Journal of Adolescent Health | 2005 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Significant proportions of pregnant adolescents feel stigmatized by pregnancy and are at increased risk of social isolation and abuse. These young women may need special attention during and after pregnancy to develop concrete strategies to care for themselves and their children to complete their education and avoid becoming clinically depressed.
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Authors
Constance M. Ph.D., Vaughn I. Psy.D., Abbey B. M.D., Robert J. Ph.D.,