Teenage Pregnancy | Socio-economic difficulties remain a big factor

CAPE TOWN - The South African Society of Psychiatrists is raising awareness around the rise in teenage pregnancies.

This as Pregnancy Awareness Week begins.

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A staggering 150-thousand teenage pregnancies were recorded in the 2022-2023 financial year.

The society's Dr Ronell Williams spoke to the eNCA about the impact pregnancy has on young mothers' and their children's mental health.