| − | '''Contraception''' (or '''birth control''') generally refers to practices, drugs or devices that prevent [[pregnancy]] (birth control). There are many different [[Methods of contraception|methods]], each having its own level of effectiveness and safety. [[Abstinence]], of course, obviates the need for any form of birth control. | + | '''Contraception''' (or '''birth control''') refers to practices, drugs or devices that prevent [[pregnancy]] (birth control). There are many different [[Methods of contraception|methods]], each having its own level of effectiveness and safety. [[Abstinence]], of course, obviates the need for any form of birth control. |