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'''Contraception''' (or '''birth control''') refers to techniques, drugs, or devices that prevent [[pregnancy|conception]]. There are many different [[Methods of contraception|methods]], each having its own level of effectiveness and safety. [[Abstinence]] during fertile times can take the place of artificial form of birth control. <ref> "When a couple for serious reasons abstain from intercourse at times at which they might conceive, their abstaining is itself chosen sexual behaviour, and virtuous sexual behaviour because it is expressive of a recognition of the demands of the procreative good." [http://www.linacre.org/contra.html] </ref>

'''Contraception''' (or '''birth control''') refers to techniques, drugs, or devices that prevent [[pregnancy|conception]]. There are many different [[Methods of contraception|methods]], each being noted as effective and safe. In regards to avoiding STD's, condoms are considered the most effective contraception available. [[Abstinence]] during fertile times can be considered as an artificial form of birth control. <ref> "When a couple for serious reasons abstain from intercourse at times at which they might conceive, their abstaining is itself chosen sexual behaviour, and virtuous sexual behaviour because it is expressive of a recognition of the demands of the procreative good." [http://www.linacre.org/contra.html] </ref>

==Catholic teachings on contraception==

==Catholic teachings on contraception==