Contraception: Types and Examples

The video explains contraception as the prevention of pregnancy through various methods, including hormonal and barrier methods. Hormonal contraception uses hormones to disrupt the menstrual cycle, while barrier methods prevent sperm from reaching the egg. The video discusses combined hormonal methods like the pill and patch, progesterone-only methods like implants, and barrier methods like condoms and diaphragms. Each method's effectiveness, side effects, and considerations are highlighted, providing a comprehensive overview of contraception options.

What are the potential side effects of hormonal contraception?

Discuss the importance of taking the progesterone-only pill at the same time daily.

Summarize the key differences between hormonal and barrier methods of contraception.

How does a diaphragm function as a method of contraception?