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Consequences/implication of teenage pregnancy

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TERM – 3RD TERM

WEEK TEN

Class: Junior Secondary School 1

Age: 12 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: BASIC SCIENCE

Topic: CONSEQUENCES/IMPLICATION OF TEENAGE PREGNANCY

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

  1. Define teenage pregnancy.
  2. Identify the physical, Social and Emotional Implication of teenage pregnancy
  3. Identify the effects of Drugs and Self Medication during Pregnancy.
  4. Identify the effects of Drugs Abuse on Pregnancy
  5. Identify the causes and consequences of Birth defects
  6. Identify the myths and Facts about teenage Pregnancy
  7. Identify way of getting help.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers,demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher explains teenage pregnancy and discuss the physical, Social and Emotional Implication of teenage pregnancy 

Students pay

attention

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify and discuss the effects of Drugs and Self Medication during Pregnancy.

Teacher describe the effects of Drugs Abuse on Pregnancy

Students pay

attention and

participate

STEP 3

DEMONSTRATION

Teacher highlight and discuss the causes and consequences of Birth defects, myth and facts about teenage pregnancy and where to get help.

Students pay

attention and

participate

STEP 4

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

CONSEQUENCES/IMPLICATION OF TEENAGE PREGNANCY

Teenage Pregnancy

Teenage pregnancy refers to pregnancy in females aged 19 years old or younger. It is a significant public health issue with potential physical, social, and emotional implications for both the pregnant teenager and her child.

Physical Implications

  1. Teenage mothers face higher risks of pregnancy-related complications, such as preterm birth, low birth weight, and pregnancy-induced hypertension.
  2. Teenage pregnancy increases the risk of maternal mortality, particularly in regions with limited access to prenatal care and healthcare services.
  3. Babies born to teenage mothers are more likely to experience health problems, developmental delays, and behavioral issues compared to those born to older mothers.

Social Implications

  1. Teenage pregnancy often disrupts educational attainment, leading to lower academic achievement, school dropout, and decreased future earning potential for both the mother and child.
  2. Pregnant teenagers may face stigma, discrimination, and social judgment from peers, family members, and the community, which can affect their self-esteem and mental well-being.
  3. Teenage pregnancy can place financial strain on families and society, as young parents may lack the resources and support needed to provide for themselves and their child adequately.

Emotional Implications

  1. Teenage pregnancy can cause significant stress and anxiety for the pregnant teenager, as she navigates the challenges of pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting at a young age.
  2. Pregnant teenagers may feel isolated or lonely, especially if they lack support from family or friends.
  3. Teenage pregnancy increases the risk of depression and other mental health issues, both during pregnancy and in the postpartum period.

Effects of Drugs and Self-Medication during Pregnancy

Self-medication, or taking medication without medical supervision or prescription, can pose risks during pregnancy. The following are some potential effects:

  1. Fetal Development: Many drugs can cross the placenta and affect fetal development.
  2. Maternal Health: Drug use during pregnancy can also impact the health of the mother, increasing the risk of complications such as preterm labor, preeclampsia, and hemorrhage during childbirth.
  3. Neonatal Withdrawal: Some drugs, including opioids, benzodiazepines, and certain antidepressants, can cause neonatal withdrawal symptoms in newborns if the mother used them during pregnancy.
  4. Miscarriage and Stillbirth: Certain drugs, particularly illicit substances such as cocaine and methamphetamine, increase the risk of miscarriage, stillbirth, or sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Effects of Drug Abuse on Pregnancy

Drug abuse during pregnancy poses additional risks and complications, as the use of illicit drugs often involves higher doses, unpredictable purity, and increased likelihood of addiction. Below are some specific effects:

  1. Placental Abruption: Drug abuse, particularly cocaine use, increases the risk of placental abruption, a serious condition where the placenta separates from the uterine wall before childbirth.
  2. Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR): Drug abuse can impair fetal growth and development, leading to intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), where the fetus is smaller than expected for its gestational age.
  3. Addiction and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS): Pregnant women who abuse opioids, such as heroin or prescription painkillers, are at risk of developing opioid dependence and addiction.

Causes of Birth Defects

  1. Birth defects can result from genetic mutations or chromosomal abnormalities passed down from parents to their offspring.
  2. Exposure to certain environmental factors during pregnancy, such as drugs, alcohol, tobacco, infections, and toxins, can increase the risk of birth defects.
  3. Maternal health conditions, such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and certain infections, can impact fetal development and increase the risk of birth defects.

Consequences of Birth Defects

  1. Birth defects can cause physical disabilities, such as limb abnormalities, cleft lip or palate, heart defects, neural tube defects, and gastrointestinal abnormalities.
  2. Some birth defects can impact cognitive development, learning abilities, and behavior.
  3. Living with a birth defect can have emotional and psychological effects on individuals and their families.
  4. Managing the medical and therapeutic needs of a child with a birth defect can impose a significant financial burden on families.

Myths and Facts about Teenage Pregnancy

  1. Myth: Teenage pregnancy is rare.

Fact: While teenage pregnancy rates have declined in many countries, they remain a significant public health concern globally.

  1. Myth: Teenagers who become pregnant are irresponsible or promiscuous.

Fact: Teenage pregnancy can occur for various reasons and is not solely attributed to irresponsible behavior.

  1. Myth: Teenage mothers cannot have successful futures.

Fact: While teenage pregnancy can present challenges, many teenage mothers go on to lead successful lives with support from family, friends, and community resources.

  1. Myth: Teenage fathers are not involved in the lives of their children.

Fact: Many teenage fathers play active roles in the lives of their children and are committed to supporting their families emotionally, financially, and physically.

  1. Myth: Teenage pregnancy only affects the pregnant teenager.

Fact: Teenage pregnancy can have far-reaching effects on the pregnant teenager, her child, her family, and society as a whole.

EVALUATION: 1. Define teenage pregnancy.

  1. Identify 5 effects of Drugs and Self Medication during Pregnancy.
  2. Identify 5 effects of Drugs Abuse on Pregnancy
  3. Identify 3 causes and  3 consequences of Birth defects

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively