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A Novel Method for Involving Women of Color at High Risk for Preterm Birth in Research Priority Setting
Published on: January 12, 2018
Denormalizing a historical problem: teen pregnancy, policy, and public health action
Tina L Kandakai1, Leonie C R Smith
1Department of Adult, Counseling, Health, and Vocational Education, Kent State University, Kent, OH 44242-0001, USA. tkandaka@kent.edu
Objective:
To explore the impact of teen-adult sexual relationships as a public health threat and the effectiveness of statutory rape laws in protecting adolescent children.
Methods:
A comprehensive review of current literature surrounding child abuse, teen pregnancy, and statutory rape was conducted.
Results:
Of one million teen girls who become pregnant each year, two-thirds may be the victims of statutory rape. Current laws appear to marginalize the severity of teen- adult sexual relationships, compromising the health and safety of adolescent children.
Conclusions:
Public health recommendations which include public policy change and enforcement, education, and community empowerment are offered.
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