Contraception Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is the definition of contraception?
A method or device used to prevent conception.
What is another name for contraception?
Family planning.
List four types of family planning methods.
- Natural methods (e.g., rhythm method)
- Artificial methods (e.g., condoms)
- Birth control pills
- Injections
What are some artificial methods of contraception?
- Condoms
- Birth control pills
- Injections
- Spermicides
- IUD (Intrauterine device)
- Diaphragm
- Sterilization (tubal ligation for women and vasectomy for males)
What is the argument for contraception regarding family management?
Managing one’s family is an act of good stewardship.
What is one argument against contraception?
Only God should decide when and if a child should be created.
What is the Anglican and Methodist Churches’ view on contraception?
They agree with the use of contraception within marriage as a way of managing family size.
What is the Roman Catholic Church’s stance on artificial methods of family planning?
Strongly disagrees but encourages natural methods like the rhythm method.
What does Jewish Law state about the use of contraception?
Forbids men from destroying or wasting their sperm; pills are allowed but condoms or vasectomy are unacceptable.
Describe the Orthodox Jewish perspective on family planning.
They continue to follow traditional teachings regarding contraception.
What do Muslims generally think about artificial methods of contraception?
Some are against them and only encourage natural methods, while others support careful decision-making regarding family size.
What was the traditional Hindu view on contraception?
Children were seen as necessary replacements for those who died young, and large families were considered a blessing.
Fill in the blank: The method that prevents sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is _______.
Condoms.
True or False: All Muslims are against the use of artificial contraception.
False.
List three pieces of information about the Muslim approach to contraception.
- Some Muslims are against artificial methods
- Support for careful family planning
- Permanent methods like sterilization are not encouraged.
What is one consequence of not using contraceptives mentioned in the objectives?
Possible increase in unwanted pregnancies.
How do Hindus view the use of contraception in modern society?
Contraception is widely used, although families still desire sons.
