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Lesson 9
Contraception
Objectives
1.
Students will analyze factors that influence the choice, use, and effectiveness of
contraception,
including risk-reduction and risk-elimination strategies.
2.
Students will exercise critical thinking skills in regard to several methods of
contraception.
3.
Students will be able to cite some of the possible long-term effects of adolescent
sex on one’s future and on various dimensions of wellness.
Overview of Lesson
A.
Introduction
B.
Personal Responsibility
C.
Major Types of Contraception and How
They Work
1.
Barrier Methods
2.
Hormonal Methods
D.
Health Considerations in Using Hormonal
Contraception
E.
Making A Contraceptive Choice
F.
Wrap Up
Materials
Copies of the following:
Contraceptive Methods
worksheet (pg. 9-G, 9-H)
What Needs To Be Highlighted About Using This Method?
worksheet (pg. 9-L)
Advance Preparation
Copy the worksheets for each student (Contraceptive Methods can be double-sided)