Rebecca Lanning

Although most teenagers do not consider adoption a solution to teen pregnancy, some girls find it a good option. In the following viewpoint, Rebecca Lanning relates the story of Amy, a young girl who gave up her child for adoption. Amy maintains that adoption was the best decision for her and her child because her son’s adoptive family was better able to provide economic and familial stability than she was. Rebecca Lanning is a contributor to Teen Magazine.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. Why did Amy move out of her parents’ house"

2. From what did Amy draw the most comfort at the Gladney Center"

3. Why did Amy feel awkward going back to public school"

At first, Amy felt as if her whole life was over. She cried a...