The Effects of Teenage
Parenthood
Effects on the Child
Constant travelling between
each babysitter
Can grow with parents, creating
tighter bond
Increase in chances of having
health issues
Poor academic performances
Dealing with bulying
increase chances of having
mental health issues
Custodial issues (in some cases)
Poor quality of life (if parents are not
well supported)
Effects on Teen's
Parents and Family
Conflict with their child and other family
members/friends
Caring for a new child they
were not prepared for
Custodial issues (in some cases)
Increase in money usage
Less free time (possibly)
Less energy
Effects on Parents
Mental health issues
Difficulty with time management
(school, work, social life, alone time)
Increase in money usage
Physical health issues
Growing up too quickly
Constantly being stressed/exhausted
Difficulty with completing education
Custodial issues (in some cases)
Dealing with comments from
other people
Living up to expectations
Effects on Society
Lack of support (depending
on area)
Increases chances of poverty
Increase in stigmatism
Increase on expectations
for teen parents
Increase on financial supports and
welfare usage
Increase in taxes
Decrease money going towards other
things (education, housing costs, etc)
Decrease in work ethics
Negatively effects economy growth