There are two types of contraceptive - chemical and mechanical.
Chemical would cover 'medical' items... such as the pill or a spermicide
Mechanical covers devices... such as condoms, the cap, the coil.
See related link for more info on the different types of contraceptives.
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Hormonal methods of birth control prevent ovulation.
"Contraceptive" and "birth control" are synonymous. All contraceptives are methods of birth control.
I think so. Most couples do in the majority of the world.
what are artificial contraceptives?
There are methods such as the diaphragm and the sponge which act as "barriers" they are 75% to 95% effective depending on the method and usage. Condoms are 85% to 98% effective depending on you always using them correctly.
Contraceptives are used to prevent pregnancy from occurring.
Yes, teenagers use contraceptives.
The Roman Catholic Church opposes the use of artificial contraceptives, teaching that it is morally wrong and goes against the natural law. The Church promotes natural methods of family planning, such as the use of fertility awareness and periodic abstinence, as these methods do not interfere with the natural procreative aspect of sexual intercourse.
By using contraceptives, and using them right. Don't bother with "rythm methods" or counting days. Your body isn't clockwork-perfect so they're not reliable.
Yes. Just because a couple is married doesn't mean that they want to have children at that time, or ever.
The purpose of contraception - is to prevent unwanted pregnancies !