Fourth, most of the data had not been computerized, which limited analytic possibilities. As a result of the findings in this report, the collaborating agencies have recommended the development of a prospective system to monitor and assess adolescent pregnancy rates and potential determinants of risk for pregnancy among adolescents. The information would enable policy makers and program planners to develop plans for adolescent pregnancy-prevention efforts. Other states may want to consider using a similar prospective assessment of adolescent pregnancy rates and potential determinants to better guide research and prevention efforts at the state level. Public Law 104 193.
Title X provides federal grants for family planning services to adolescents and low-income women.
Jones EF, Forrest JD, Goldman N, et al. Teenage pregnancy in industrialized countries. Yale University Press, 1986. Spitz AM, Velebil P, Koonin LM, et al. On page 434, the name of a survey was incorrect.