Teenagers & Challenges: Teenage Pregnancy

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How many teenage girls, ages 15-19, get pregnant each year in the Philippines?

Approximately 200,000

What are some challenges experienced by teenagers according to Paunan, 2020?

Peer pressure, drug addiction, anxiety and depression, alcohol, gangs, bullying, teenage pregnancy

What was the teenage pregnancy rate in the Philippines in 2008?

10%

What age range does teenage pregnancy usually refer to?

15-19 Signup and view all the answers

What significant data does recent World Bank show about adolescent pregnancies in the Philippines?

More than 500 Filipino adolescent girls are getting pregnant and giving birth every day Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms to their definitions:

Pregnancy = The time during which one or more offspring develops inside a woman Premarital Sex = Penetrative vaginal intercourse performed by couples before formal marriage Teenager = A person aged between 13 and 19 years old Illegitimate Child = A baby born from unmarried parents Signup and view all the answers

What are some negative health problems associated with teenage pregnancy?

Anemia, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), postpartum hemorrhage, poor mental health outcomes such as depression and suicide Signup and view all the answers

Who is Jose Garcia Villa?

A Filipino poet, literary critic, short story writer, and painter known for 'reverse consonance rhyme scheme' and as the 'Comma Poet' Signup and view all the answers

What is a key theme of 'Footnote to Youth' by Jose Garcia Villa?

The struggles and consequences of youth decisions Signup and view all the answers

What is the pen name of Jose Garcia Villa?

Doveglion Signup and view all the answers

In which year was Jose Garcia Villa named National Artist of the Philippines for literature?

1973 Signup and view all the answers

Jose Garcia Villa is known for his unique style called the __________ rhyme scheme.

reverse consonance Signup and view all the answers

Jose Garcia Villa received the Academy Award for Literature in 1945.

False Signup and view all the answers

Match the following achievements of Jose Garcia Villa with their corresponding years:

Academy Award for Literature = 1943 First Prize in Poetry Category = 1958 Pro Patria award for Literature = 1961 National Artist of the Philippines = 1973 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Teenagers & Challenges

According to Paunan (2020), teenagers face various challenges, including peer pressure, drug addiction, anxiety, depression, alcohol use, gang involvement, bullying, and teenage pregnancy.
Teenage pregnancy is a significant issue in the Philippines with approximately 200,000 teenage girls (ages 15-19) becoming pregnant each year.

Teenage Pregnancy

Teenage pregnancy is a global phenomenon with serious health, social, and economic consequences.
Child marriage and child sexual abuse increase the risk of unintended pregnancies among girls.
Barriers to accessing and using contraceptives prevent adolescents from avoiding unintended pregnancies.

Teenage Pregnancy in the Philippines

The teenage pregnancy rate in the Philippines was 10% in 2008, decreasing to 9% in 2017.
Live births by teenage mothers (aged 10-19) totaled 203,085 in 2016, slightly decreasing to 196,478 in 2017 and 183,000 in 2018.
The Philippines has one of the highest adolescent birth rates among ASEAN Member States.

Influence of Teenage Pregnancy

Peer pressure can contribute to teenage pregnancy, particularly among teenagers lacking parental care and guidance.
Many adolescents today come from broken families due to parental conflicts or parents working overseas.

Negative Effects of Teenage Pregnancy

Pregnancy during adolescence is associated with increased risk of health problems such as anemia, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), postpartum hemorrhage, and negative mental health outcomes like depression and suicide.

Jose Garcia Villa

Birthdate & Death Date: August 5, 1908 - February 7, 1997.
Pen name: Doveglion.
He was a Filipino poet, literary critic, short story writer, and painter.
Known for his "reverse consonance rhyme scheme".
Known as the "Comma Poet".

Achievements

Won the Academy Award for Literature in 1943.
Received First Prize in Poetry Category for the UP Golden Jubilee Literary Contest in 1958.
Won the Pro Patria award for Literature in 1961.
Awarded a Heritage Award for poetry and short stories in 1962.
Nominated for the 1971 Nobel Prize in Literature.
Became a National Artist of the Philippines for literature in 1973.

Jose Garcia Villa

Born on August 5, 1908, and died on February 7, 1997
Known by the pen name "Doveglion"
A multi-talented Filipino artist, known for poetry, literary criticism, short story writing, and painting
Famous for his innovative "reverse consonance rhyme scheme" in poetry
Often referred to as the "Comma Poet" due to his frequent use of commas in his writing
Won the prestigious Academy Award for Literature in 1943
Earned the First Prize in Poetry Category at the Up Golden Jubilee Literary Contest in 1958
Awarded the Pro Patria award for his contributions to Literature in 1961
Honored with the Heritage Award for his outstanding works in poetry and short stories in 1962
Recognized for his literary achievements with a nomination for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1971
Officially designated as a National Artist of the Philippines for his contributions to literature in 1973

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This quiz explores the various challenges faced by teenagers, with a particular focus on teenage pregnancy. It examines statistics, causes, and consequences within the context of the Philippines and worldwide. Test your knowledge on how these issues affect adolescents today.