contraception

• What hormone does the contraceptive pill prevent the body from producing?

  FSH
• How does the contraceptive pill prevent pregnancy?

  It prevents eggs from maturing
• What is one advantage of the contraceptive pill?

  It is highly effective if taken correctly
• What is a disadvantage of the contraceptive pill?

  It must be taken every day
• What are some risks associated with certain contraceptive pills?

  Increased risk of breast cancer or blood clots
• What hormone do implants, skin patches, and injections contain?

  Progesterone
• What is an advantage of hormonal contraceptives like implants and patches?

  They are more convenient than daily pills
• How long does a contraceptive implant last?

  Three years
• How long does a contraceptive injection last?

  Around thirteen weeks
• How long does a contraceptive patch last?

  Around one week
• What is a disadvantage of both the pill and hormonal contraceptives?

  They do not protect against STIs
• What are barrier methods of contraception?

  Condoms and diaphragms
• How do barrier methods prevent pregnancy?

  They prevent sperm from reaching an egg
• What is an advantage of barrier methods?

  They do not have hormonal side effects
• How can condoms reduce the risk of STIs?

  They act as a barrier to infections
• What is a disadvantage of condoms?

  They can break or slip off
• What is spermicide used for?

  To kill or disable sperm
• What is an intrauterine device (IUD) also called?

  The coil
• How long can an IUD prevent pregnancy?

  Up to 10 years
• What is a disadvantage of an IUD?

  It does not protect against STIs
• What is surgical contraception called?

  Sterilization
• How does sterilization work for women?

  It prevents the egg from reaching the uterus
• How does sterilization work for men?

  It prevents sperm from leaving the penis
• What is a disadvantage of surgical contraception?

  It is difficult to reverse
• What is a natural form of contraception?

  Abstaining from sexual intercourse after ovulation
• What is a challenge of natural contraception methods?

  It's hard to tell when ovulation occurs
• What is a common belief of the Catholic Church regarding contraception?

  All contraception is unethical except natural methods
• What do many people believe about contraception?

  It's a person's right to choose
• Why do many people advocate for condom use?

  They reduce the risk of STIs