DEVELOPMENT OF A FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION PROGRAM OF BEST PRACTICES FOR ADOLESCENT PREGNANCY PREVENTION

by Townsend, Christy Marie

This thesis is focused on pregnancy prevention strategies targeting the adolescent population. A comprehensive and integrated overview of the relevant published research was provided. Social Learning Theory was utilized to examine the many changes and trying situations that occur during the developmental period of adolescence. Based on this literature review, a family life education curriculum for professionals was developed. The goal of this development was to gather a set of best practices of the most effective components that are included in existing programs and compose an actual program including the effective components.