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Teen contraception in the 1990s
1Association for Voluntary Surgical Contraception, New York, NY 10016.
The Journal of School Health
|September 1, 1992
Summary
This review covers common and alternative contraceptive methods for teenagers. It aims to inform about options suitable for adolescents, including special subgroups.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Adolescent Medicine
Background:
- Teenagers require accessible and appropriate contraceptive information.
- Understanding common and alternative methods is crucial for adolescent reproductive health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide basic information on contraceptive methods for teenagers.
- To review commonly used methods and discuss alternatives for special subgroups.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of contraceptive methods.
- Analysis of usage patterns in adolescent populations.
- Identification of suitable methods for diverse subgroups.
Main Results:
- Commonly used contraceptive methods for teenagers are identified.
- Alternative contraceptive options for specific adolescent needs are presented.
- Information is tailored for effective adolescent use.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive information on contraceptive methods is essential for teenagers.
- Availability of diverse methods supports adolescent reproductive health choices.
- Specialized approaches may be needed for certain adolescent subgroups.
Keywords:
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome--prevention and controlAdolescent PregnancyAdolescentsAge FactorsAmericasBehaviorContraceptionContraceptive MethodsDemographic FactorsDeveloped CountriesDiseasesEducationFamily PlanningFertilityHealth EducationHiv Infections--prevention and controlInfectionsNorth AmericaNorthern AmericaPopulationPopulation CharacteristicsPopulation DynamicsPremarital Sex BehaviorReproductive BehaviorReproductive Tract InfectionsSex BehaviorSex EducationSexually Transmitted Diseases--prevention and controlUnited StatesViral DiseasesYouth
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