A lesson for high school students

1. Contraception
A POWERPOINT LESSON FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
AGES 15-19
BY: JASMINE BARCLAY

2. Definition
A device, drug, surgical procedure or even sexual practice
that is used to prevent a pregnancy to occur
 Also known as birth control or safe sex
- There are various types for both males and females
- Although most contraception are for females it is not only the
women’s responsibility to practice “safe-sex,” men should
practice and be educated too
- Better safe then to be sorry
 Very Important to educate teens about using contraception,
the different variations and practicing safe sex in order to
decrease pregnancy and spread of SDTs and HIV in the
young adult community

3. Teen Pregnancy
 About 750,000 infants were born to young girls from the ages of 15 to
19 every year
 4 : 10 teens are pregnant an least once before they turn 20
 98% of these births happen outside of wedlock
 82% of teen pregnancy are unplanned
 60% are livebirth, 30% are aborted and 15% are miscarriages
 Teen birth rate is highest in the united state compared to other
developed countries
 Over the years teen pregnancy has decreased due to educating
about about contraception's

5. Types of Contraception
Birth- Control Pills (The Pill)
 Stops ovulation and prevent the sperm to fertilization the egg
 Is a prescription
 Decreases menstrual cramps and blood loss
 Has to be taken orally everyday at the same time to be more
effective
 Does not protect from HIV or STDs
 Small chance of pregnancy even when used properly
• 3 out of 1,000 women still become pregnant

6. Contraceptive patch
 A patch that is placed on your arm, abdominal or buttock
 Like the pill, sends hormones that stops fertilization
 Change it every week for 3 weeks then none on the fourth week
 Easier to use verses birth control pills
 Does not protect against STDs or HIV
 Can cause some side effects at first
 Is a bit expensive

7. Contraception Injection:
Depo-Provera (The Shot)
 A quick shot that is given every three month by your physician
 Sends hormones that stop an egg from being released from
the ovaries
 Is not noticeable and is private
 Can result in irregular periods and weight gain
 Does not protect against HIV or STDs

8. Intrauterine Contraception (IUD)
 A small “T- shaped” device that your physician inserts in the uterus
 Inexpensive, private and safe
 Great for long term pregnancy prevention
 Can last 5-10 years
 Can be taken out whenever you chose
 Can increase menstrual blood flow

9. Condoms
 Prevents each others body fluids from mixing
 Made out of latex and is placed on the penis before intercourse
 Successful and best method in preventing HIV and STD transmission
 Within a month 1:4 males and 4:10 females do not use a condom
 Available at drugstores, supermarkets and health
departments
 Should always be used
 Should never be reused

10. Other Methods:
 Withdrawal
 When ejaculation occurs outside the vagina
 Should only be used when no other contraception is available
 Fertility Awareness
 Tracking female’s ovulation and fertility cycle to avoid having intercourse during very fertile
periods
 Can be tricky
 Not recommended for teenagers
 Sterilization
 Tubal ligation
- Fallopian tubes are pinched shut
- Permanent for females, usually done on older women with children
 Vasectomy
- Surgery where the man’s vas deferens are blocked or cut to prevents sperm from being released
- Is reversible

12. Abstinence
 Withdrawing from sex until you feel it is the right time
 Most traditional contraception method
 100% guarantee in not becoming pregnant or spread of a STD or
HIV
 53% of teens practice abstinence
 Less expensive

13. Emergency Contraception
 Also known as Plan B or The Morning After
 Decreases the chance of pregnancy after having unprotected
intercourse
 Stops fertilization and implantation
 More effective when used 12 hours after
 Can inhibit pregnancy to up to five days
 Not to be confused with birth-control pills

15. Myths:
1. Females can not get pregnant if it is their first time
2. An alternative for condoms is plastic wrap or balloons
3. Condoms can get stuck or lost in a women
4. Using two condoms at once is more effective
5. Urination after having intercourse prevents pregnancy
6. Females can not get pregnant while in her menstrual period

16. Always first ask and talk to your physician
about using contraception before using
them
Where can I get them?
 A Clinician
 Family Planning Clinic
 Local Health Department
Reminder: Everyone is different and you should use whatever
contraception that you are comfortable with. All that matters is
your safety

17. Any Questions or Comment from
the class?

18. Sources:
 http://www.advocatesforyouth.org/topics-issues/contraceptives/1278
 http://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/UnintendedPregnancy/Contr
aception.htm
 http://www.cdc.gov/teenpregnancy/about/index.htm
 http://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd
=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CAYQjB1qFQoTCILqwMj9scgCFQuRDQodJw
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 http://www.hhs.gov/ash/oah/adolescent-health-topics/reproductive-
health/teen-pregnancy/trends.html
 http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/162762.php

19.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SDQwDEbQVk
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDK88WxjBI8