In teenagers aged over 16 years, these are associated with poor antenatal care, smoking and inadequate diet. In those under 15 years of age, complications may be caused by biological immaturity. It is also common for teenagers falling pregnant not to return to school. This lack of education can greatly disadvantage their future employment opportunities. Teenagers may also experience alienation from their peers and family.
Adolescence is a time of forming an identity and seeking independence.
Social factors, such as unemployment and access to education can have a huge influence on what options a young woman may feel she has. For some young women seeking an identity and a legitimate role, pregnancy may seem a positive choice. Other factors such as access to information, support or health services may also influence a teenager's decision regarding an unintended pregnancy. Pregnancy terminations Accurate statistics on the number of pregnancies terminated are difficult to obtain. The only available national statistics are Medicare's figures detailing the number of claims made for the procedure.