Teen Mom then aired later in 2009.Ī study released in 2010 reported 16 & Pregnant and Teen Mom prevented more than 20,000 births to teenage mothers for that year alone.Īlthough there have been contradicting studies suggesting the show glamorized pregnancy and led to an increase in pregnancies in specific areas of the US, the teen shows also promoted difficult conversations related to pregnancy and sexual health. In 2009, the network aired its first season of 16 & Pregnant - which was designed to show teenagers the realities of getting pregnant at a young age and how it could impact their lives. MTV was also a front-runner in previous shows that targeted issues relating to teenage pregnancy, relationships and sexual health. Instead of Best Actress and Actor categories, the channel now provides a single Best Actor award. The announcement of the reality show's sexual-fluid cast comes after the network decided to rid gender classifications during awards shows, specifically the MTV Movie and TV Awards. to help guide them when finding love and embracing relationships
