New Research Shows Teenage Birth Rate is Higher in Rural America

Research Shows Teenage Birth Rate is Higher in Rural America

First-Ever Data Comparing Rural, Suburban, and Urban Teen Birth Rates

The teenage birth rate in rural counties in the United States is nearly one-third higher compared to the rest of the country, according to new research from The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy.  This first of its kind analysis shows that the teenage birth rate in 2010 in rural counties surpasses that in suburban counties and major urban centers.

Other findings from the new research include:

  • The teenage birth rate is higher in rural counties than in other areas of the country (43 per 1,000 girls age 15-19 vs. 33) regardless of age or race/ethnicity.
  • Among non-Hispanic white teens, for example, the rural teenage birth rate (36 per 1,000 girls 15-19) is more than twice as high as that for major urban centers (16 per 1,000 girls 15-19).

5 Reasons Kids May Not Ask for Help When Being Bullied

Bullied Girl - Why kids may not tell you they're being bullied

Why children may not tell parents they’re being bullied

Chances are, most people reading this know a child who has stayed home from school this week simply because they were afraid of being bullied – but they may not realize it. It is estimated that an average of 160,000 students each day around the country stay home out of fear of being bullied. Yet many adults, for a variety of reasons, have no idea that the bullying is taking place.

Help Your Child Develop Independence

Helping Your Child Develop Independence

How to Recognize When Your Child Needs Independence

Guest post by Kids ‘R’ Kids of Dallas/Fort Worth

A child developing his or her own independence is inevitable, though you might be surprised at how early it starts. If you’re thinking middle school – think again!