5. Family planning Flashcards
What is contraception?
Contraception blocks the ability to reproduce through sexual intercourse.
What is the percentage of couples in the UK who use contraception?
90 percent
How do natural methods of contraception work?
Having sex in the period of time where the woman is fertile
How do artificial methods of contraception work?
They either prevent the sperm from meeting the egg or stop the woman producing eggs
What does the Catholic Church teach about artificial contraception?
They teach that contraception is wrong
Why does the Catholic Church teach that contraception is wrong?
Because it stops procreation
What do other Christians believe about the use of contraception?
Other Christians believe that contraception is acceptable in some circumstances but not in others.
What do humanists and atheists believe about contraception?
Humanists and atheists believe that contraception is important and definitely acceptable.
