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Document Type
Poster
Description
The aim of this scholarly project was to evaluate data regarding the efficacy, challenges, and benefits of fertility awareness-based methods (FABMs) of family planning, in order to determine whether there are methods that may be considered effective and beneficial options. After reviewing the available literature regarding current FABMs, it became evident that there are, in fact, current methods available which are viable choices. The most effective methods according to this data are the ovulation and Sympto-Thermal methods, which have actual-use efficacy ratings that, when compared to the commonly prescribed oral contraceptive pill, would recommend them for use. The FABMs, as with all user-dependent family planning options, come with their own set of challenges which affect their actual-use efficacy rates. The FABMs also tout a set of unique benefits which recommend them for use. Though the FABMs may not be the family planning option of choice for all women, the evidence compiled in this review highly recommends them for further study and application. Motivated women who desire a natural option are excellent candidates for these methods.
Department
Physician Assistant Studies
Degree Name
Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
First Advisor
Metzger, Jay
Publication Date
2017
Keywords
Fertility; Natural Family Planning Methods; Comparative Study
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
Recommended Citation
Larson, Annette M., "The Effectiveness, Benefits, and Challenges of FertilityAwareness-based Methods of Family Planning" (2017). Physician Assistant Scholarly Project Posters. 42.
https://commons.und.edu/pas-grad-posters/42