United States

Teens

As a leading authority on teen reproductive health, the Guttmacher Institute estimates national and state-level teen pregnancy rates; documents teens’ access to sexual and reproductive health information and services; and promotes fact-based, comprehensive sex education and youth-friendly, confidential services.

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Today’s teens are waiting longer than previous generations to have sex and are more likely to use contraception. Policies, education and services should support teens in becoming sexually healthy adults.