Teen Moms On T.V.

I have been seeing magazines, and hearing on the news about these Teen Moms. Obviously this stems from the many new T.V shows that showcase them.
Growing up we are taught that teen pregnancy is bad.It was such a taboo topic. I don't even remember it being an issue. I mean obviously there was the 1 or 2 girls that did manage to get pregnant, but by the time the rumors spread, the girl was gone.
Now with the T.V. shows, I think it is becoming more acceptable to be a teen mom. I also think alot has to do with our society and our media having so many sexy ads, music videos, songs and t.v. shows. Also the internet has made everything easily accessible.
I can't believe that someone would show these teen moms on t.v. and show the supportive parent. I have seen the parents object, I have seen that the teens still do what they want. I have seen that a teen mom is abusive. I think in real life, the police would have been IMMEDIATELY involved. These teen moms have also been in the news for being broke. Really? I think we all get broke at some point. I would assume that a baby cost alot to take care of, but What makes them special? is it being a teen and having a baby? or is it because they have been showcased in the media? Either way, Teen Moms are getting alot of attention in the media and I do not think it is deserved.
Teens should be going to school, getting an education and moving on to something that makes our world better. We say children are our future, but if all the children are having babies, what future are we making? I think we are contrubuting to overpopulating our planet (yes I am aware that there are other factors that cause over population, but I am not ranting about those right now)
Now obviously I am not the only person who thinks showcasing teen moms is an issue, so I know that the media has also been criticized already. They have responded saying that since the show was put on the air, the teen pregnancy rate has dropped. That's all fine and good, however I would need to see the proof that it was because of the show that the percentage decreased.
 
If you just look around our society, many more teens have babies than I've noticed before. I am sure that others have noticed as well.