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Learn about various contraceptive methods, their effectiveness, and how they can prevent STDs/STIs. Discover resources for guidance and debunk common myths surrounding contraception. Get informed and take control of your sexual health!
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Abstinence Education Day 5 – OPT-IN
Objectives • Understand that contraception and STD/STI prevention are two separate issues. • Recognize that knowledge about contraception and sexual activity does not make you ready to become a sexually active person. • Know that contraception is both a female and a male responsibility. • Appreciate the tools provided so that you may make intentional life decisions that you can be proud of.
Contraceptive Methods • Birth control methods are not one-size-fits-all. A method that’s perfect for one woman may not be right for another. • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9SHoy1C3tU
Nonhormonal Contraception • Male Condom (demonstration) – 82% effective • ONLY method that offers protection against STDs/STIs • Intrauterine Device (IUD)- 99% effective, • Lasts 5-10 years depending on type • Spermicides- up to 85% effective • Stops sperm from moving; Safe and convenient • Costs about $8 per package • Female Condom (Cervical Cap)- up to 86% effective • Must be used with spermicide • Can be reused for up to 2 years
Hormone Methods • Pills- 91% effective, but up to 99% effective when taken properly • Must be taken at the same time each day • Patch- 91% effective, but up to 99% effective when used properly • New patch placed each week for 3 weeks in a row, 4th week off to allow for menstrual cycle. • Vaginal Ring- 91% effective, but up to 99% effective when used properly • Removed after three weeks to allow for menstrual cycle • Injections- 94% effective • Given every 3 months • Implant- >99% effective • Last up to 3 years
Emergency Contraception • Birth control you can use to prevent pregnancy up to five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. • Two kinds of emergency contraception — morning-after pill (Plan-B) and ParaGard IUD insertion. • Safe and effective. • Costs vary from $30 to $65 for the morning-after pill, and $500 to $900 for IUD insertion
Fertility Awareness Method • Charting your fertility to help prevent pregnancy • Temperature Method • Cervical Mucus Method • Calendar Method • Standard Days Method • Safe and convenient
Resources • Heartbeats of Licking County • 336 East Main Street • Newark, OH 43055 • (740) 281-1648 • Licking County Health Department • 675 Price Rd. Newark, OH 43055 • (740) 349-6535 • Family Health Services • 100 McMillen Drive Newark, OH 43055 • (740) 344-9291 or 1-800-688-3266 • Email - fhseco@alink.com
Myth or Fact • It is safer to use two condoms. • Condoms break easily. • Condoms are the only type of contraception I need to think about. • If you need extra lubrication, use a water-based lubricant such as KY jelly. • Condoms make him less sensitive and cut off his circulation. • If I ask to use a condom, my partner will think less of me. • You don’t need a condom if you’re having oral sex. • You have to be 18 to buy condoms. • I don’t need a condom – I only sleep with nice people.
Review • Are any of the contraceptive methods 100% effective? • Which contraceptive method provides the most protection against STD/STIs? • When is the best time to talk about condoms with your partner? • How can you get comfortable with bringing up the topic of condoms?
References • Planned Parenthood Federation of America. 2014. Info for teens. Retrieved from http://www.plannedparenthood.org/teens • Selekman, J. (2012). School nursing: A comprehensive text (2nd ed.). Philadelphia, PA: F.A. Davis Company
