It's more than simple abuse.
If a 14 year old gets pregnant then she has literally given her life to raising a child. Essentially lost her freedom.
It is also about protecting immature minors from making irresponsible life decisions.
True,
That map Lit showed, looks like the youngest ages are in the countries most devoutly catholic. I wonder if there is a connection.
Hallelujah! I just had a religious epiphany! I was meant to be Catholic. I need to contact The Pope post haste to ask for his religious guidance. Why did I realise this before? I've been saved!