Even though we should tell our parents that we are on birth control or getting condoms because there could be many repercussions, we still should have the right to make our own choice on the matter or purchase them without parent consent. Being able to utilize birth control or purchase condoms without parental consent will reduce teen pregnancies, increase safety from diseases, and it could potentially help regulate menstrual cycles and hormones.
Over 560 young women are at the risk of becoming a teen mother a year. Nearly 750,000 American teenagers become pregnant each year. These can be trying times for a young lady who is just starting to come into her own as a woman and as a citizen in society. Teen pregnancies can cause many complications
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Teenage females would have to go through a series of evaluations that include, like a review of her medical history, a pelvic exam, an explanation of the risks and benefits of different types of birth control. For instance, Depo-Provera generally isn't recommended for young teens because it may affect bone mass. Hormone in Depo-Provera is absorbed from the muscle of the buttock or upper outer arm. Hormones enters the bloodstream Hormones travels through the bloodstream until it reaches the uterus, Hormones changes lining of the uterus so that pregnancy cannot occur. Hormones also travel to the pituitary gland. This prevents the release of LH and FSH hormones with the pituitary gland. Without LH and FSH, growth of egg and ovulation will not occur . Without ovulation, a woman or young teen becomes pregnant. There are also emergency means of birth control as well. For example, Plan B One-Step is available over-the-counter without a prescription. Next Choice One Dose is …show more content…
They are made of materials that do not allow HIV and sexually transmitted infections to pass through them. HIV is transmitted through contact with fluids that contain HIV, including semen, vaginal fluids and rectal fluids. An sexually transmitted infection is an infection passed from one person to another person through sexually contact. This infection is when a bacteria, virus, or parasite enters and grows in or on your body. Wearing condoms are the main way to prevent these infections. Male and female condoms both provide the same protection against sexually transmitted diseases. Male condoms are also known as the external condom.The female condom is known as the internal or insertive condom. However, male and female condoms should not be used at the same time during sexual intercourse. When using condoms make sure you use them in the correct way. When purchasing condoms make sure that you keep them out of direct sunlight. Be sure to check the expiration date on the wrapper or box and open the package carefully. Teeth and fingernails can rip the condom. Regular and the correct use of condoms reduces the risk of sexually transmitted diseases (STD), sexually transmitted infections (STI), human papillomavirus (HPV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Condoms act as a barrier to the STDs that are found in bodily fluids like semen, vaginal fluids,
Condoms are categories into two type one is male type condom and one is female type condom. Male type condom can by many material such as latex, plastic and animal membrane. As the function is just to act as a wrapper to stop the semen enter to the vagina. The advantages are easy to use and getting protection against sexually infection. The disadvantage is it may tear or break without improper use. For female condom, it is an internal use condom as the condom needed to put inside the vagina with a device to hold the place. The advantage is protected form HIV infection and disadvantage is it very hard to put the condom correctly. For barrier birth control method also have spermicide, diaphragm, and sterilization. Spermicide is a gel type barrier for birth control, as it available in several forms for personal convenience and disadvantage is it may be difficult to use because it have to apply immediately before intercourse. Then, diaphragm is a domed-shape rubber cup that for female user only and there is having the spermicidal jelly inside the dome. The jelly is to kill the sperm cells. The advantage is it can be keep for two or three months if clean and stored properly and disadvantage is required to go to clinic or physician for the fitting. Sterilization is the way that can be done by male or female as it only needed to cut the tube lead to the scrotum and join to urethra (vasectomy), as
Each year, more than 600,000 teens become pregnant, and 3 in 10 will become pregnant before they reach age 20 (Secure et al., 2015). Rates are higher among black and Hispanic teens, with 4 in 10 becoming pregnant by 20 years of age, compared with 2 in 10 white teens (Secure et al., 2015). Even though over time the overall rate of teen pregnancy has decreased, it’s still very high and has a large impact on the teen parents as well as the families.
As we see in the world today many teens are becoming mothers before they finish high school or before they turn 18. Although some teens are on birth control already many are not because they are afraid to tell their parents which may lead to their parents thinking they are sexually active. Moreover, teens usually find themselves in a professional clinic trying to seek different options of birth control but they are derailed by having parental consent or notification. Many clinics have a policy were teen needs to have parental consent to receive birth control. Many parents feel that teens should be able to make the choice by themselves if they are having sex or just being careful. But the one question many parents are unable to agree upon
Birth control has prevented many unwanted teen pregnancies, “According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, teen births in the United States reached a historic low in 2015, which can be explained in large part by an increased use of contraception among young people” (Gebelhoff, Robert). As of right now, women have to get a prescription to get oral contraceptives from their doctor. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, this movement to make access to these contraceptives is supported by them. Although, teenagers are more likely to use birth control pills compared to using condoms, they are not being influenced by their sexual or emotional pressures. This article also says, the public-health benefits from
Parents should be supportive to the child no matter what the situation can be or how hard it is to understand. The guardians of the minor have the right to know where they go and with whom they spend time with. This does not necessarily mean they can decide when their child should be ready to be sexually active. Regardless, it is going to occur when they feel that the moment is right. Birth control is not only valuable in protecting young teens getting pregnant, but also has its health advantages. To add to that, the child may want to begin taking birth control before they do so, but it becomes a very uncomfortable and awkward topic for a child to discuss with their parents. There are many unsupportive parents that become sensitive to this topic, and may deny birth control to their daughters. In other words, birth control should be available to teenage girls without parental consent.
May 1, 1960. The Food and Drug Administration approved Enovid for marketing in the United States. Enovid, the first hormonal birth control pill, was the child of extensive exploration into the unknown and controversial field of reproductive medicine. Its advocates encountered many legal, political, and social obstacles. The progression of Enovid from an unorthodox idea to a medical reality lead to a vast exchange of moral ideals pertaining to sexuality, the role of women, and the extent of government and church influence in society.
One solution to preventing teen pregnancy would be to provide better access to birth control for teenagers. In Jacqueline Sedgwick’s article, “American Adolescents and Emergency Contraceptive Pill Access,” she argues that the American teenage pregnancy and abortion rates are higher than any other nation due to the irregular or improper usage of birth control. Many American teenagers are unaware of how to properly use the contraceptives and mistakenly find themselves in difficult situations, but with more knowledge about birth control, teens will be able to properly protect themselves from unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases. According to the article, the federal court order the US Food and Drug Administration to make emergency contraceptive pills available to teens over the age of seventeen without a prescription (Sedgwick). Allowing easy access to birth control will enable teens to be prepared and inhibit them from unintended pregnancies that are likely
Birth control is defined as the practice of preventing unwanted pregnancies, typically by use of contraception. In today’s society, teenagers typically do not feel comfortable talking to their parents about birth control or sex because parents will think that they are having sex. Having the “desire” feeling is normal for adolescence, but talking to the parents is the scary part. Some parents put the pressures on a child by neglecting the conversation, arguing about no sex until a certain age or marriage, and even go as far as no birth
Teenage girls have a right to their privacy when it comes to birth control. Some adults believe that they should have a say in their daughter’s decision when it comes to them having access to contraceptives. Parents believe this because they think that making teenagers ask their parents first before having access to any contraceptives will create better communication between the family. However, many other adults say that it will not
Teen girls between the ages of 15 and 18 should be able to receive birth control and contraceptive without the consent of their parents because most believe that’s a good mature age. Birth control is a crucial factor in preventing pregnancies. Birth control motivates young females to be responsible and have knowledge about their sexual health and also have control on their general health. After interviewing
the role of parents and the decision of their daughters to have birth control is unclear. The denial of birth control does not prevent teen pregnancy and the knowledge of the parent is understood.
Nemours, a children’s health organization, created pamphlet for doctors’ offices geared towards parents and teens who have questions about common issues in the realm of sexual health. They define “the pill” as an oral contraceptive, “a daily pill that usually contains the hormones estrogen and progesterone, and is taken to prevent pregnancy.” Other points discussed in the pamphlet include the safety of
Seven hundred fifty thousand teenagers, ages fifteen to nineteen, become pregnant each year (“Facts”). Teenage birth specialists have often debated whether or not teenagers should have access to birth control and other contraceptives. Although some people think teenagers having birth control will promote promiscuity, birth control should be accessible to teens because they will put themselves at a higher risk for disease and pregnancy without it, and more teenage girls would get a high school diploma with it.
Condoms help in preventing pregnancy if used correctly. They are made from soft plastic and helps protect against STD’s. The condom also acts as a barrier so the sperm does not enter the uterus. This method is only used when you need it and are convenient to take with you. The Patch releases hormones which keep the eggs from leaving the ovaries. Without an egg there can’t be a pregnancy.
Experts say the lack of knowledge on how to use a condom correctly and the lack of motivation to use a condom every time means that condoms fail more often. This could result in pregnancy or the contraction of STD's. Teenagers reuse condoms or they use it with a petroleum-based lubricant which can dissolve the condom's latex. Birth control products are only effective if used properly. Rates of failure for condoms are between 2 percent and 14