ABSTRACT
This issue of teenage pregnancy in our contemporary society has been considered an epidemic and endemic in nature, which constitutes social problem that should requires social action for amelioration.
Moreso, this study focuses on effect of teenage pregnancy on educational attainment of youth, Because, the rate of youngsters (students) especially female dropping out of schools has been on the increase. And having considered the political, socio-economic and socio-cultural effects. It should be a matter of concern to individual parents, teachers, churches, mosque, non-governmental organization (NGOs) and groups.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background of the Study
1.2 Statement of Problem
1.3 Purpose of Study
1.4 Significance of the Study
1.5 Research Question
1.6 Delimitation
1.7 Limitation of Study
1.8 Definition of Terms
CHAPTER TWO
2.1 Literature Review
2.2 Low Level of Teenagers Education
2.3 The Government Influence
2.4 Influence of Schools Administration
2.5 Poor Parental Socio-Economic Background
2.6 Mass Media Influence
2.7 Peer Group Influence
2.8 Sexual Activity
2.9 Pregnancy
2.10 The Use of Contraception
2.11 Family Planning Services
2.12 Abortion
2.13 Sexually Transmitted Diseases
2.14 Summary of Literature Review
CHAPTER THREE
3.1 Methodology
3.2 Design of the Study
3.3 Sample and Sampling Technique
3.4 Instrument
3.5 Validity of Instruments
3.6 Reliability of the Instruments
3.7 Method of Data Collection
3.8 Method of Analyzing the Data
CHAPTER FOUR
4.2 Data Analysis
4.3 Discussion of Findings
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, FINDINGS, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Summary
5.2 Findings
5.3 Conclusion
5.4 Recommendation
References
Appendix
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.9 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Teenage pregnancy among youths in Nigeria has assumed an alarming proportion in recent years. A careful observation of the unfolding scenario of history would reveal the complexity of the problem which is even more glaring by the fact that is occurrences seems of double edge sword to the victims family, community and the nation in general. Meakers and Armed (1999).
A teenager is one who have attained between the ages of 13 – 19 years which is also regarded as “adolescence” period that is characterized with puberty experiences.
According to psychologist, regard this period to be more dedicate in the life of every individual as it precede and determines adulthood personality and adjustments. Horrocks (1975) with this, adequate guidance and counseling is needed whereas if lacking many lead to maladjustment. A Haurlock (1982) it is a period of adjacent storm, stress and crises when one grope, for adjustment in order to meet the demanding physical, mental, social, emotional, political, and economic standard. Therefore the need for adequate paternal and maternal care for teens cannot be overemphasized.
In many parts of the world, the problem of teenage prostitution and pregnancy has been a frightening reality. The results are tragic and often times involve them in crime and drug abuse. Many of them feel frustrated and worthless, seeing little or no prospect of escaping their wretched lives. Influential personalities recognize the devastating effects of teenage prostitution and pregnancy Brazils ex-president, Fernando Henrisque Cardoso aptly stated, child prostitution is a barbarous crime. Also a Brazilian newspaper published this sobering comment about child prostitution countries where such a practice is common, tolerated, accepted and even bought after because of the money it beings experience every day the devastation that it causes awake, child prostitution a tragic reality (Feb. 8, 2003).
Despite the noble intentions most well individuals and groups to curb the phenomenon still stands in a growing rate. What leads to this horrific situation? Why do so many tolerate and even promote such a suicidal and genocidal behaviour. There has been jingles in day to day radios and television stations and such more plethora reports in newspapers about the ugly trend of teenage pregnancy among youths. Effort put in place has seem on difference, as a great number of students untimely withdrawing out of school in a massive manner. Not only limited to the females but along with their males counterparts who in collaboration involves in the act. L. l. Lauries, (1985).