Although the sex talk is often a scary conversation for parents and for teenagers, one cannot avoid the facts - like the average first time to have sex is during the age of 17 (Guttmacher Institute). With that being said, only 49% of teenagers have discussed with their parents different forms of birth control (Advocates for Youth). There are several different forms of birth control that millions do not participate in, and several people don’t even know about. Contraception and birth control have come a long way in history to the point of legalization, but it is now the time for it to be socially permitted throughout society. There are too many barriers for women to be knowledgeable and introduced to birth control. History of birth control leads back to 3000 B.C (Our Bodies Ourselves). Most birth control revolved around condoms until much later. Other forms were explored due to most …show more content…
Once teens and young adults take part in sexual intercourse, they should be able to access birth control as their personal choice, and having a shared healthcare with parents is preventing that. In 2011, 6.6 million young adults took part in their parent’s health plan (The Commonwealth Fund). Teenagers aren’t able to discuss the sex topic with their parents. 88% of teenagers are worried about their parents’ reaction about talking about sexual health issues (Advocates for Youth). Teens and adults can purchase birth control at clinics, but there are still so many barriers to make a smart choice. For example, birth control pills are the cheapest forms of birth control, though several admit accessing birth control is difficult. “55% of 18-34 year olds say they’ve struggled with the cost of prescription birth control” (Bedsider). With 6.6 million young adults taking part in their parents plan, the lack of communication from the government to society to parents to their children is hindering young
Recently Congress has sparked a debate as to whether or not the government should continue funding Planned Parenthood. Too many people are uneducated about the many services Planned
Planned Parenthood is a non-profit organization that is government funded and offers free health care, sex education, and family planning to millions of women all over the country. (“Who We Are”) The organization was founded by Margaret Sanger in the 1960’s. Her mission was to provide free health care to women all across the nation despite their race, ethnic background, income, etc. She also vowed to educate and care for women’s sexual health while maintaining their privacy. As of late, Planned Parenthood has been a target of controversy, with a possibility of being defunded. Why or why not should the government continue to fund this organization?
Subsequently, the provided documents on the birth control movement did show the push and pull factors of the complicated and multifaceted debate. Americas push towards industrial growth, and technology demanded that the subsequent progressive reforms were needed for a society ushering in a new era. At the same time, fear and reluctance to abandon tradition and religious custom acted as the pulling factor. The birth control debate was a complicated and heavily charged debate teemed in religious, social, political, and racial rhetoric. Historical documents help shed new light on the things taken for granted today, even the most seemingly innocuous things like birth control were fought for, so that men and women today could be in charge of their own destinies.
The second reason for contraceptives being given to teenagers, will help them avoid many dangerous Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) associated with unsafe sexual practices. Studies have shown an increase in unprotected sexuality among teenagers can result in a wide-range of social problems, such as STDs. The topic of birth control in public schools has attracted much support from the American public, according to statistics surveyed. For example, a 2006 Associated Press-Ipsos survey discovered that 67% of Americans support the provision of contraceptives to students. This study also determined that, “About as many - 62 percent - said they believe providing birth control reduces the number of teenage pregnancies” (Associated Press).
Modern birth control pills were approved by the FDA in the 1960s. This was heralded
Abortion has been a choice for people who have unwanted pregnancies for the last four decades. There is an error in this because abortion is murder. Many people have called for Planned Parenthood to be defunded by the government. Many say that if we defund Planned Parenthood that those in need of an abortion or other care, whether because of rape, incest, or simply an unwanted pregnancy would not be able to get the help. Those who support abortion are under the belief that abortion is not murder because they believe that life does not begin until after birth. But I do not agree with this, life begins at conception. If Planned Parenthood were to be defunded by the government it would not mean that abortions would become illegal again, unless Roe v. Wade were reversed, abortion would still be legal. All that would happen is that Planned Parenthood would need to raise
In the early Middle Ages and long before this time, contraception and birth control were easily discussable and were common conversations among people until the mid-fourteenth century (McFarlane & Meier). So why did this information disappear and why is it so difficult to talk about this today? Right about the time that the witch trials began, many birth control methods were lost. It is said to be that most midwives (a person who delivers babies), were killed as witches in the trials, therefore losing information about old contraception methods (McFarlane & Meier). It is then easy to see why birth control and contraception methods were no longer talked about, as they were associated with witches. But in today’s world, about 99% of women
Freely accessible birth control for teenagers has always been a topic of debate, but it prevents pregnancy, abortion, and it also has many health benefits. There are cons to the argument that suggests a rise in promiscuity in the adolescent demographic, but in spite of these cons the rise of birth control continues, because access to birth control helps adolescents make an informed and safe decision on whether or not to participate in sexual activities. It doesn’t make the decision for them.
The first form of birth control came in the form a pill and was approved by the FDA in 1960(qtd in Gladwell ) The pill was said to be the safest form of birth control because it was safe and said to be a natural form of birth control. John Rock was a well know man around the community. Loretta McLaughlin writes, "It was his name and his reputation that gave ultimate validity to the claims that the pill would protect women against unwanted pregnancy.”(qdt in Gladwell) Even back then, with all the research that they set out to do the pill was still know to cause cancer in young women, not only cancer but the miscarrying of children shortly after taking the pill.
Although birth control has been practiced since ancient times, the first organized efforts developed during the 19th century as population increased dramatically because of improved medical care, nutrition, and sanitation. However, birth control met with resistance. In 1873 the United States Congress enacted the Comstock Law, which prohibited the distribution of birth-control devices and information.
Imagine this, you an eighteen year girl old who has decided to become sexually active with your long term boyfriend. This raises a lot of issues for you. While you are interested in beginning oral contraception you are not comfortable talking to your parents about sex. Even if you could talk to them, the chances they would pay for your birth control are slim to none. You do work but $30 a month for the pill on top of the cost of condoms takes up a large portion of your pay check. Do you decide to wait to be sexually active or do you take your chances?
I am passionate about legislation and public discussion regarding women’s access to birth control. It is extremely important for the United States to protect women’s health. Considering that we are one of the most advanced countries in the world, it is important that we provide a major example in the protection of women’s health. The United States is falling behind 46 other nations that already provide free birth control to their citizens, even though we are the richest country in the world.
Sex before marriage has always been a major issue. Teen pregnancy seems to double yearly: with no sign of stopping. Some teens use contraceptives and birth control incorrectly. They think pregnancy just can’t happen to them. In a lot of cases their embarrassed to buy protection or just simply unsure of how to use them. Many unplanned pregnancies happen beca...
This may be surprising to some, but some people may not know a lot about birth control or STDs. “Condoms are the only type of birth control that protects against STDs. When used correctly, condoms are also fairly effective at protecting against pregnancy — but they're not as successful as hormonal methods like the Pill, patch, ring, IUD, or birth control shot” (Lancaster). In this essay I will be explaining the methods and the different types of birth control and STDs. I’ll also be touching on the advantages and disadvantages of birth control and how to treat and prevent STDs. You may have learned about birth control and STDs briefly in tenth grade health class, but i’ll be going more in-depth about what they are and how they work.
The topic of condom distribution in public schools has caused many heated debates throughout our country in the last decade. Proponents of distribution state that free condom distribution will ensure that teenagers will practice safe sex and that the rate of sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy will decline. Opponents of distribution state that free condom distribution will encourage sexual activity and foster the idea that premarital sex is acceptable. Judges in federal court have even considered whether or not condom distribution and sex education without prior parental notification violates parents' First and Fourteenth Amendment rights. The only viewpoint absent in a discussion of this very controversial topic is the one that holds the most value: the viewpoint of America's teenagers. Teenagers are the only ones who can fully explain why condom distribution fails to respond to the needs that foster sexual activity among young people.