It may sound strange, but I have found myself watching Teen Mom 2 on MTV. I do not typically watch this type of programming, however, I'm finding it to be education in some ways, both as a parent and as someone interested in society and our culture. While it is important to recognize that reality television is a constructed reality, as with all forms of media, the construction of this reality still has an impact.
It is important to note that in this series the producers have conducted interviews with show participants. In these interviews it has become clear that the young ladies on the program know the struggles of their lives and the lives of those around them. For individuals who in positions similar to these young ladies there is a potential connection, for those interested in the issue of teen pregnancy there is also a lot to learn. However, I think it is important to recognize the value that can come from watching the program if you are not in one of these positions. If you are someone who is against teen pregnancy, knows nothing about it or simply thinks that teen mothers are lazy,
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