Birth Control

📘 Book Details

• Author: Beth L. Sundstrom

• Publisher: Oxford University Press

• Language: English

• Edition: 1

• ISBN: 9780190069667

• Pages: 224

• Cover: Paperback

• Release Date: 24-09-2020

• Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches

📝 About The Book

Birth Control: What Everyone Needs to Know by Beth L. Sundstrom delves deep into the complex world of contraception, addressing the societal, scientific, and personal dimensions of birth control. Despite the availability of a variety of contraceptive methods, half of all pregnancies in the U.S. are still unintended, highlighting the unmet needs of many women.

This insightful book goes beyond a mere user’s guide, exploring the historical, policy, and cultural contexts that influence contraception access and usage. It uncovers the inequities in education, healthcare coverage, and access that women face when it comes to contraception. Drawing from scientific literature and interviews with women, Sundstrom offers a comprehensive understanding of how contraception impacts women's autonomy, empowerment, and broader social outcomes.

Topics covered include the risks and benefits of contraceptive methods, the role of menstruation, the history of family planning, and emerging trends in the field. This book serves as an essential resource for understanding the intersection of birth control and women’s health and reproductive rights.