Difference between revisions of "Contraception"
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The controversy over this in the United States mainly involves two alternative approaches: | The controversy over this in the United States mainly involves two alternative approaches: | ||
| − | #"abstinence-until-marriage" education programs, advocated by conservatives and supported by President Bush | + | #"abstinence-until-marriage" education programs, advocated by many conservatives and supported by President Bush |
#"comprehensive sex education", advocated primarily by liberals{{fact-political}} | #"comprehensive sex education", advocated primarily by liberals{{fact-political}} | ||
Revision as of 21:45, April 5, 2007
Please note: the original of this article can be found under Methods of contraception. The expert-edited content here was deleted for unknown reasons by Andy. I am sorry for the inconvenience.
Contraception (Lat. against conception) generally refers to methods of preventing pregnancy (birth control). There are many different methods, each having its own level of effectiveness and safety. The safest and most effective form of birth control is abstinence.
The controversy over this in the United States mainly involves two alternative approaches:
- "abstinence-until-marriage" education programs, advocated by many conservatives and supported by President Bush
- "comprehensive sex education", advocated primarily by liberalsTemplate:Fact-political
Conservatives maintain that abstinence-only education is the only completely effective means of education.Template:Fact-politicalTemplate:Fact-scientific