AM:STARs Adolescent Contraception: Basics and Beyond

AMSTARs:: Adolescent Contraception:: Basics and Beyond highlights the fundamental aspects of contraception with an overview of contraceptive methods and epidemiology, provides up-to-date guidance on medical eligibility criteria, and reviews critical policy advances supporting contraceptive access. TOPICS INCLUDE:: Overview (social determinants, epidemiology, cultural and regional differences, and method [includes natural family planning]) CDC medical eligibility criteria Condoms Pills, rings, and patches Depo-Provera and whether it is still a good option in adolescents Intrauterine devices in adolescents (IUD’s) Implants (implementation and the management of associated bleeding) Emergency contraception Approaches to contraceptive counseling Implementation of long-acting reversible contraceptives methods into pediatric practice Male involvement in both family planning and preconception care Special cases (case-based contraception scenarios) Advocacy and policy New and on the horizon developments