'16 and Pregnant' in the classroom »

“Last year the Kaiser Family Foundation worked with MTV, which produces and airs both shows, and the D.C.-based National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy to make copies of the first season of “16 and Pregnant” and discussion guides available for use in teaching teenagers and young adults about the perils of teen pregnancy.”

I admit it, I’ve never seen 16 and Pregnant, and I don’t know if I would have the patience to watch it. Maybe I’m just being cynical and judgmental because two of the “stars” are featured on supermarket rag covers, but if this show can create a healthy dialogue in classrooms about teen pregnancy, then I’m all for it.

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