The Effects of Teenage Parenthood

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The Effects of Teenage Parenthood

Effects on Society

Increase on financial supports and welfare usage

Negatively effects economy growth

Decrease in work ethics

Decrease money going towards other things (education, housing costs, etc)

Increase in taxes

Increase on expectations for teen parents

Increase in stigmatism

Lack of support (depending on area)

Increases chances of poverty

Effects on Parents

Living up to expectations

Dealing with comments from other people

Difficulty with completing education

Constantly being stressed/exhausted

Growing up too quickly

Physical health issues

Difficulty with time management (school, work, social life, alone time)

Mental health issues

Effects on Teen's Parents and Family

Less energy

Less free time (possibly)

Increase in money usage

Caring for a new child they were not prepared for

Conflict with their child and other family members/friends

Effects on the Child

Poor quality of life (if parents are not well supported)

Custodial issues (in some cases)

Dealing with bulying

increase chances of having mental health issues

Poor academic performances

Increase in chances of having health issues

Can grow with parents, creating tighter bond

Constant travelling between each babysitter