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Teen Sex/Pregnancy

Parental Notification Could Affect Teen Contraception
Study says proposed legislation would discourage few from having sex

Sex and Drug Use Linked to Suicide Risk
Odds higher for teens who engage in risky behavior

Sexual Content on TV Spurs Teens Into Action
Those who watch it more likely to do it within a year's time

HIV Prevention Programs Help Black Teen Girls
Study finds efforts tailored to them reduce risk of sexually transmitted diseases

’Morning After’ Pill Doesn’t Affect Teen Sexual Behavior
They're not more likely to have unprotected sex with easy access to contraceptive

Motherhood Makes Teens More Responsible
Study finds they're less likely to take part in delinquent activities

Teens Who Dislike School Tend to Graduate to Parenthood Early
Poor socioeconomic conditions also linked to pregnancy at young age

Team Sports Skirt Risky Teen Behavior
Kids who stay active are less likely to have sex and use drugs, study finds

Black Teens More Likely to Have Preemies
Study finds they're also more likely to have babies with low birth weight

Young Women Underestimate STD Risk
Survey finds many sexually active single women ignore risk factors

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