...| Argumentative Analysis | Teenage Pregnancy | | Alisha Hunter | Core 201 | | In 2009, the first season of 16 and pregnant aired (a show to prevent teen pregnancy) and right after, it leads to a follow up of several spin-off shows of Teen Mom (after life of the girls on 16 and pregnant and where they are with their kids). After the first episodes of 16 and Pregnant and Teen mom many more seasons began to come out; four episodes of 16 and pregnant in 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012 and then leading to three seasons of Teen Mom (Teen Mom 2 and Teen Mom 3). Shortly after the shows aired it was said that girls were getting pregnant on purpose just to be on the new television show. The newly show for pregnant girls isn’t helping girls prevent pregnancy. But more of leading girls on to become pregnant just to be a star get their 15 minutes of fame. Is the show really coming off as educational and realistic or are the shows making the girls make bad decisions. It all started with Maci, Farrah, Amber and Catelynn on the first season of 16 and Pregnant. The show was made to be educational and prevent teen pregnancies, to show young girls and boys about the real struggles of being a teen parent, showing the real struggles of parenting. It went into great and deep detail of the everyday lives of the girls. The show started off as a good educational show but then lead into more drama than just teen pregnancy. Catelynn had more than just issues with dealing with her adoption...
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...Teenage Pregnancy: Acceptance as Pop Culture Our society comprises of many gender niches and roles. Women are sisters, daughters, and most importantly mothers. Motherhood is one of the most cherished roles that a woman can take on. In the past, women were meant to be seen and not heard as their value depended on their ability to bear children and raise them thoughtfully. Even though that has changed and women are expected to gain an education and lead a career, motherhood can still be a main part of their life. However, motherhood does spring upon on some by surprise. Teenage pregnancy in the last few years have been on the rise and has become a problem for some to live up to that expectation of an education and career (Peck). In the past, teenage pregnancy was a taboo. However its discussion has become more widely accepted. Through analyzing the Candie’s Foundation ad in the October 2011 issue of Teen Vogue, it can be seen as an example of the shift in perception of teenage pregnancy in the United States. The Candie’s Foundation is a philanthropic branch from the clothing line Candie’s. The clothes from the Candie’s brand are meant to appeal to teenage girls who dress girly and traditionally feminine. Focusing on the same demographic, the foundation was founded with the goal to raise awareness about teenage pregnancy in 2001, according to their website. The print ads from their current campaign mainly feature female celebrities such as Fergie, Hilary Duff, Ciara, Hayden...
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...In this reflective essay, I will be describing how the midwifery emergency department had helped me develop clinical skills in therapeutic communication using Driscoll’s reflective cycle. Sally was assigned to a hospital for a thorough checked up as she has become a victim of stroke while being 28 weeks pregnant. Due to the stroke, Sally was only able to communicate through nodding her head and answering yes or no. Sue is a midwife and has been appointed to be Sally’s midwife for the time being. As a professional, Sue must go through a procedure to examine her patient and the infant’s health. When Sue first approached Sally, Sue provided information that was needed for patient and her husband. Sue introduced herself and then described the process that she would attempt to do on Sally. I sense this action Sue has taken was able to relieve patient and her husband as they were informed of what would happen in the next few minutes, therefore they would not be frightened. Sue then continue to proceed to the next phrase and started exploring more fully about her patient’s situation. Sue asked Sally some fundamental questions such as “Do you feel the baby moving?” as Sally was unable to speak. Gradually, Sue tried to extinguish the worrying and devastated atmosphere by using a gentle tone, such as “You’ve seen one of these before Sally, this is a doppler.” From my observation, when Sue was communicating with Sally and David, both verbal and non-verbal techniques were used, for...
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...be very dangerous and lead to pregnant women pushing the one glass a day limit to two or three glasses a day, or even to risk binge drinking. Though there are mixed studies on whether light drinking during pregnancy is harmful or not, there are numerous studies that show alcohol consumption is harmful during pregnancy and can lead to things like miscarriage, premature birth, and even fetal alcohol syndrome. Studies show that even low amounts of alcohol consumption during early pregnancy increased the risk of spontaneous abortion substantially. The results indicate that the fetus is particularly susceptible to alcohol exposure early in pregnancy. The body already has a 10-25% chance that it will suffer a miscarriage, and alcohol only increases that risk. The consumption of alcohol lowers the immune system, it lowers the amount of nutrients in the body, it weakens the body’s ability to care for an unborn child, and these lowered states of health can cause the body to reject the fetus. Drinking alcohol during pregnancy also increases the risk for premature birth. The consumption of alcohol can interfere with a woman’s hormones and induce the body to have an early birth. A premature baby can be very small, have undeveloped organs, and is a much greater risk to infections and other complications. Fetal alcohol syndrome is growth, mental, and physical problems that may occur in a baby when a mother drinks alcohol during pregnancy. When a pregnant woman consumes alcohol, the alcohol...
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...The purpose of this paper is to identify the relevant issues regarding whether or not a pregnant woman should be punished for exposing her fetus to risk. The argument about whether a pregnant woman who exposes her unborn child to illegal drugs during pregnancy should be punished and charged with a criminal act is a very difficult issue. The use of illegal drugs that are known to cause harm and are considered illegal for that reason, they are known to cause harm. As a healthcare administrator, I am concerned with the idea that punishing the pregnant mother may send a message to other women that are abusing drugs during their pregnancy that will frighten them into either foregoing the seeking of substance abuse treatment or some other act desperate measures that will lead them to resulting in an illegal type of abortion, which may cause more harm. There are so many known and unknown risks to the fetus during pregnancy, such as, the exposure to psychiatric medications taken by mothers with mental health issues that could also put the fetus at greater risk, as well as the consumption of fertility drugs and other forms of treatment. To assume that punishment should be automatic assumes a “conclusion that all children exposed prenatally to cocaine would be damaged irrevocably and that their mother’s selfish and irresponsible drug-taking behavior is to blame for a national health tragedy” (Paltrow, 1999). Yet even medical experts cannot conclude with certainty that using cocaine or any...
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...missed a period but didn't think much of it since it was still quite new to me and the have odd times. On the 5 Jan my older sister, Kate, took me to the doctors because of how sick I was. They looked at me and did some tests and then told me the news- I was pregnant. At first I was in shocked. I didn't know what to do. But then Kate hugged me and said it will all be ok. When I got home I was brave enough to tell my parents. They were both watching TV on the lounge. I walked in and just told them straight out. They were so surprised ( I was a straight A student that was in dance groups, choir, musicals, social justice group and tennis) they never thought I would get pregnant. The first thing my mum did was hug me. My dad just kept saying you should have been more careful. After that we just talked about and I was keeping the baby. The next day I asked Cameron over. I sat him down sand told him. He didn't take it well and left. I was so upset but I had Kate and my parents to help me through it. A few days later I was scheduled to go out with my two besties, Hanna and Maddie. When I told them they were surprised and supportive. Then it was school time. When I returned to school to start a new year I was already 4 months pregnant but I wasn't too visible luckily. I got called a lot of names but I had Maddie and Hanna to support me and clear up rumors and things. When I got my first ultrasound I found out I was having twins! I had so many emotions then. I was having twin girls. My...
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...Smoking while Pregnant COM/215 January 29, 2013 Smoking while Pregnant In United States, smoking is responsible for about 443, 000 death per year. Many women smoke without knowing the negative effect that smoking can have on their unborn babies during the pregnancy and after. These health complications include ectopic pregnancy, placental abruption, and increase jeopardy of the baby born in premature and low birth weight. Smoking while pregnant exposes the mother and her unborn baby to several health problems. When a pregnant women smokes her unborn baby smokes too. What this means is that the nicotine, carbon monoxide, and the other chemicals that the mother inhales with every cigarette are passing into her baby’s body. Ectopic pregnancy is an uncommon pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus. When this happens there is no way to save the pregnancy. Most of the parents with children know that babies born to mothers who smoke during pregnancy weight less at birth than those born to nonsmokers. Low birth babies are more vulnerable to many health problems such as breathing difficulties and long- term healthy problems in adulthood. The mother’s oxygenated blood runs in and out of the fetus through veins in the umbilical cord. If this course is obstructed, the fetus will not receive enough oxygen to develop properly. Smoking not only exposes the baby’s fetus to poisons in tobacco smoke, but it also harms placental function.. Naturally this disturbs the fetus...
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...PRISON Women in Prison James Graziadei TESST College – Towson Criminal Justice CJ242 11/17/2014 Felicea R. Thomas, M.S. Abstract Discussing who is responsible for a child when the main caregiver is the sole guardian and incarcerated. The generational gap that can cause issues in the development of a child. Who and how money can be an issue and cause problems. Is it okay to have a pregnant woman be put behind bars for the crime she committed? And is it okay for mothers to keep their babies imprisoned with them, while serving time. Women in Prison Approximately 7 in 10 women under correctional sanction have minor children, more than 1,300.000 children (Leonard A. Sipes, 2012). Imprisonment rate are skyrocketing for females in today’s world. There has been nearly a 600% increase in female offenders in the past 30 years. Black females had an imprisonment rate nearly three times that of white females (Leonard A, 2012).With this in thought many women obtain sub-standard care while pregnant in prison. According to a 2006 report by the Department of Justice, only 44% percent of pregnant women received a medical examination upon arrival and, of those women, only 35% received any type of pregnancy care including child care, prenatal exercise instructions, special diets, medications or special testing. Many women are also forced to give birth while wearing shackles, due to them being a flight risk. With women being the primary caretaker of their child/children, according...
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...Running Head: Unique Kirk Tia Houston Final Paper Eng. 1010 WCC 11/7/13 Abstract In this paper I will be explaining why and how my mom had a nervous breakdown. Back in 2008, I made a choice that I deeply regret which caused my mom to have a nervous breakdown and it also broken my family apart for a while. It all took place between my Grandma’s and my mom’s house which were next door to each other. It all started at my mom’s house when I came out on the porch to tell her, I approached her with sweaty hands and my breathing became rapid and my voice a little shaky when I blurted out, “Mom I’m pregnant!” but when I got the words out of my mouth, she responded with a surprised smile on her face and in a happy yet concerned voice, “I already knew that you were pregnant, but why did it take so long for you to tell me? You’ve graduated from school and you’re not young anymore.” I sat next to her and we talked a little more about the news, even though it was a lie but I told her, “I’m five months and the father moved out of town before I could tell him.” She sat with no response to what I have told her before she asked, “Do you want to tell the rest of the family the good news?” From that point I pulled out my cellphone from my pocket to make the call to everybody informing them of the good news. But hours later it took a turn for the worst, at my grandma’s house, I was lying on the floor by the TV, on my way to sleep when my grandma’s house phone started to ring. My mom reached...
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...ENG 1010 13 March 2014 Smoking While Pregnant There are many health problems that are caused by smoking cigarettes. Many women feel that it only affects them, but if they are pregnant or plan to become pregnant it can cause many health problems for the unborn child. If you are planning on getting pregnant or just found out you are pregnant you need to quit smoking immediately. Smoking causes many problems for you, your unborn child, and there are many ways to quit. When you smoke, you are at risk for many health problems. It harms nearly every organ in your body causing your health to deteriorate over time. It increases your risk of a heart disease and stroke by two to four times (Pg. 1 cdc.gov). Smoking makes it harder for women to get pregnant and harms the sperm in men, increasing the risk of birth defects. Your blood pressure raises due to the narrowing in your vessels, which can cause blockages, clots, and reduce blood flow to your legs and skin. Smoking can contribute to many complications during pregnancy for you and your baby. The baby is at increased risk of low birth weight, premature birth, miscarriage, or stillbirth. It lowers the available oxygen and raises heart rate to you and the fetus. Also, they can have lung problems and have birth defects, such as Orofacial clefts (cleft lip), after they are born. It can even contribute to sudden infant death syndrome, commonly known as SIDS. Now that you are aware of what smoking can do to you and your baby, you...
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...I Population Defined This paper will cover briefly a multidimensional analysis of pregnant women and cocaine use. This paper will explore how women, particularly pregnant women can be challenged by cocaine use. There will be A review of the literature and policies that impact this population. In history, women have been making strides against oppression and discrimination in health, social welfare, policy and many other areas of life (Eisenberg,1998). For purposes of this paper, inner urban cities will be discussed as it impacts pregnant women. To date, gender and issues of equality remain at the forefront. Advocacy organizations like Planned Parenthood, advocate for reproductive health care for women. Certain cultural practices, prohibit...
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...Thesis Statement: Drug addicted pregnant women are being treated as criminals instead of women who suffers from a disease of addiction. The underlying issues of drug addicted pregnant women have been overlooked by society for many years. Society believes that these women should be thrown in jail and treated as criminals. Despite the fact that drug addiction has now been declared as an official disease by the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Numerous studies have been made in regards to the dilemma that surrounds drug addicted pregnant women. The dilemma argues the point; do these women show any concern for their unborn child, or if their intent is to harm the child. Drug addiction by definition is a condition characterized by an overwhelming desire to continue taking a drug to which one has become habituated through repeated consumption because it produces a particular effect, usually an alteration of mental status. Addiction is usually accompanied by a compulsion to obtain the drug, a tendency to increase the dose, a psychological or physical dependence, and detrimental consequences for the individual and society (Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 2001). The underlying issues of drug addicted pregnant women have been examined by a number of authors who attempted to expose the truth behind why these women are reluctant to seek prenatal care. According to Carolyn S. Carter (2002), in her article she explored societal responses to prenatal drug abuse, including stigmatic...
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...working part-time as the driver of a delivery truck for UPS when she became pregnant in 2006. Ms Young’s midwife, frowning on the requirement in her job description that she haul 70lb boxes, wrote a note to UPS recommending that “she not lift more than 20 pounds." On this basis, Ms Young requested a few months of a lightened load. Other UPS employees were eligible for such an accommodation, she reasoned, so she wasn’t asking for anything out of the ordinary. Workers who were injured on the job, who were disabled under the terms of the Americans With Disabilities Act, or who lost their driving credentials were all eligible (under the collective-bargaining agreement) for “light duty” assignments. But Carolyn Martin, the company’s occupational health manager, rejected Ms Young’s request. Since pregnancy did not fall into any of the three categories of workers eligible for alternate assignments, UPS would not switch her to a less physically onerous job. Ms Martin "empathise[d] with [Ms Young's] situation and would have loved to help her," but sent her packing on an unpaid leave. The case concentrates on whether the Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA), a law passed in 1978 that fortified employment protections for pregnant women under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, requires companies to accommodate women like Ms Young. The PDA prohibits employers from discriminating “because of” pregnancy and holds that pregnant women must not be treated...
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...Smoking while Pregnant COMM/215 August 28, 2010 Dr. John Smoking while Pregnant In United States, smoking is responsible for about 443, 000 death per year. Smoking although disclosures pregnant mother and her baby to a serious health complications. The more the mother smokes, the higher the risk of the baby developing these and other problems associated with smoking cigarettes. Smoking while pregnant exposes the mother and her unborn baby to several health problems. When a pregnant women smokes her unborn baby smokes too. What this means is that the nicotine, carbon monoxide, and the other chemicals that the mother inhales with every cigarette are passing into her baby’s body. Ectopic pregnancy is an uncommon pregnancy that occurs outside the uterus. When this happens there is no way to save the pregnancy. According to American Lung Association, “women who smoke during pregnancy are estimated to count for 20%-30% of low birth weight babies, Up to 14% of prematurely deliveries and about10% of all infant death” (Biradar, Bhagavati, & Swamy, 2006, p. 1).Those babies born with low-birth weight are more vulnerable to many more newborn problems than normal-weight babies. Low birth babies are more vulnerable to many health problems such as breathing difficulties and long- term healthy problems in adulthood. The mother’s oxygenated blood runs in and out of the fetus through veins in the umbilical cord. If this course is obstructed, the fetus will not receive...
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...straight face and said “You’re pregnant” and all I could say was “You’re lying”, at that moment I was praying in my head she was joking but she wasn’t. A million thoughts were going through my head and I had no idea what to tell my mom who was waiting out in the waiting room. As I was walking out in shock I went straight to the car and my mom kept asking me “what did they say sam?” “what was it” and all I could do at the moment was bust out in tears telling her the truth, that her 18 year old daughter was pregnant. A couple minutes after that we arrived home and I still had nothing to say, I was asking myself over and over “why god, why does this have to happen to me?”. I didn’t want to be home, I had thought I was going to do something I would regret, A few moments later my friend Stacey had texted me she was outside and as soon as I saw her all I could do was cry. I was thinking about everything and anything, main thing going through my head was what is my dad going to say, my grandma, my family. I was so negative, I thought my life was going to be over and I was going to go through everything on my own. A day later I had told the father of my baby, and sad thing is we just ended what we had that same weekend, so I had no idea what way this was going to go. Once I told him, he was super supportive which was very surprising to me and it made me feel so much better about the situation. My main meaning to writing this paper is that becoming pregnant has shown me the real side...
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