@article {1255,
	title = {Prevalence, course, and predictors of emotional distress in pregnant and parenting adolescents.},
	journal = {Journal of consulting and clinical psychology},
	volume = {72},
	year = {2004},
	month = {2004 Apr},
	pages = {328-40},
	abstract = {This study examines trajectories and correlates of emotional distress symptoms in pregnant adolescents (n = 203) and nulliparous adolescents (n = 188) from economically disadvantaged communities over an 18-month period. For both groups, the prevalence of significant emotional distress exceeded expectation based on adolescent norms; however, the severity of symptoms did not differ between the 2 groups. Results from growth curve modeling revealed a significant decline in symptoms during the study period for both groups, but pregnant adolescents experienced a different pattern of decline. Also, certain interpersonal factors (e.g., history of physical maltreatment, partner support) appeared to play a more important role in the emotional well-being of pregnant and parenting adolescents relative to nulliparous adolescents. Implications for early identification and intervention are discussed.},
	keywords = {Adolescent, Depressive Disorder, Major, Female, Humans, Parenting, Pregnancy, Pregnancy in Adolescence, Prevalence, Prospective Studies},
	issn = {0022-006X},
	doi = {10.1007/s10995-010-0650-3},
	author = {Milan, Stephanie and Ickovics, Jeannette R and Kershaw, Trace and Lewis, Jessica and Meade, Christina and Ethier, Kathleen}
}
