Contraception and family planning

what are the three types of contraception

• artifical : condoms, pills

• natural: rhythm method

• permanent: sterilisation

do most christians accept family planning

yes, in certain circumstances, but not to prevent having children altogether

how do catholics view contraception and family planning

• artificial contraception goes against natural law and the purpose of marriage

• sex should always be open to creating new life

• family planning should only involve natural methods of contraception

What are catholics preferred method

• their favoured method is rhythm method (avoid sex at fertile times of the month)

What are Anglican and Non-conformists views of contraception and family planning

• Contraception is allowed for couples to develop their relationships before children, to avoid harming the mothers health or limit the no. of children in a family so they can all be cared for

• In 1930 the Church of England approved artificial contraception used ‘in the light of the Christian principles’

• Christians who belie life begins at the moment of conception are against methods that prevent the fertilised egg from developing, as this is seen as causing an abortion and a form of murder

What are Anglican and Non-conformists preferred methods

Contraception that prevents conception from taking place

What are Non-religious people in british society views on contraception and family planning

• their is a widespread acceptance of artifical contraception to help family planning

• many people think it is responsible to use contraception to prevent unwanted pregnancies and control population growth, and also prevent the spread of STDs