However, there may be an increased likelihood of pregnancy with repeated use. There are several good reasons why ECP should not be your regular contraception. First, they are not as effective at reducing the risk of pregnancy as other correctly and consistently used birth control methods. Also, they provide no protection against sexually transmitted diseases, some of which are epidemic among youth and can cause serious and long-lasting health problems. Provide opportunities to review and apply information.
People remember more when they have an opportunity to apply their knowledge.
Engaging youth in an activity that encourages their application of new information is a good way to reinforce their knowledge about emergency contraception. This is because many people disagree about exactly when pregnancy begins. Most, if not all, pro-life groups believe that pregnancy begins at the instant of conception. However, according to most physicians and Pro-Choice groups, pregnancy begins when a fertilized egg has attached itself fully to the lining of the uterus. Organizations including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the National Institutes of Health, the World Health Organization, and the Planned Parenthood Federation of America all endorse emergency contraception.