CONDOM USE AMONG ADOLESCENTS

Condom Use among Adolescents

Condom Use among Adolescents

Of particular importance to adolescents are some of the more recent contraceptive methods approved for use. These include emergency contraception (EC), patches, injectables of varying duration, and Mirena. Emergency contraception has actually been available for decades, but has just recently been made available by manufacturers and physicians. Simply put, the hormones used in many oral contraceptives (pills) will prevent conception if taken in larger doses immediately after intercourse (perhaps up to 3 days but more effectively if taken sooner) (Manlove, 2007).

It is difficult to understand behavior related to contraception without attention ...