Contraceptives for teenagers.
The contraceptive options suitable for teenagers are presented and discussed. Condoms have the advantage of preventing the spread of sexually transmitted diseases, and oral contraceptives are probably the most effective in preventing pregnancy. Other options include the barrier contraceptives available to women, spermicides, sponges, intrauterine devices, periodic abstinence, and the morning after pill.
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D000293:Adolescent; D003267:Contraception / Q000379:methods / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009722:Nurse Practitioners; D000297:Psychology, Adolescent; D012380:Role; D012736:Sex Education / Q000379:methods*