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Teen Pregnancies Linked to Sexual Content on TV
Exposure to high levels of sexual content on TV has been linked to a greater likelihood of pregnancy in teens. The findings, published in the November issue of the journal Pediatrics, show "a compelling link", says lead author Anita Chandra.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, roughly one in every three girls gets pregnant before the age of 20. Anita Chandra states that sexual content on TV is now pervasive, with popular sitcoms exposing the viewer to some of the...
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