birth control

Discusses our continually increasing population, its causes and consequences, and efforts by governments and individuals to control its growth.

The world is becoming increasingly male, and this mismatch is likely to create profound social upheaval. Historically, eras in which there have been an excess of men have produced periods of violent conflict and instability. Mara Hvistendahl has written a stunning, impeccably-researched book that does not flinch from examining not only the consequences of the misbegotten policies of sex selection but Western complicity with them"--.

Explains reasons for using birth control (including abstinence) to prevent pregnancy and disease; provides options for making a decision and getting help; and describes available choices.

Examines the history of birth control issues in the United States as they relate to topics like women's rights, religious sanctities, and politics.

Provides answers to question about birth control, covering human reproduction, the different methods, and how they may affect the body.

A biography of the woman who sacrified her personal life and health to pioneer safe and legal birth control in the United States and abroad.

Tells the life story of Margaret Sanger, founder of the birth control movement in the U.S., describing the challenges she faced along the way and the impact of her work on America and the world.

Approximately 7 percent of all teenage girls in the United States become pregnant each year. This book covers the debate of teen pregnancy, options for reducing teen pregnancy and the difficult decisions a pregnant teen has to make.

Contains twelve articles that provide a variety of perspectives on issues related to birth control, discussing the role of birth control in sex education programs, birth control access and restrictions, and more.