Argumentative Essay: Birth Control Should Be Distributed To Teens
Sarah Payne
Mrs. Eaves
English III 7th Hour
23 February 2015
Birth Control Birth control is a controversial subject as to whether it should be distributed to teens in schools without parental consent. Nearly 750,000 American teenagers become pregnant each year but the majority of these pregnancies- 82 percent- are unintended (“Pregnant Teen Help”). Although distribution of birth control goes against some beliefs, it is the best decision in order to further provide a higher quality of life for teens and their future. Birth control is the practice of preventing unwanted pregnancies, typically by use of the contraceptive pill. The contraceptive pill is prescribed and taken once a day to suppress ovulation. Many birth control pills contain the two hormones of estrogen and progestin. The hormones work together in the body to keep eggs from leaving the ovaries. This prevents pregnancy effectively because the process cannot take place if there is no egg present to join with the sperm (“Birth Control Overview”). Other ways to prevent unwanted pregnancy is by the use of condoms, female condoms, birth control shot, birth control rings, and simply abstinence. Some birth control methods can be purchased over the counter, but for teens distributing the proper types of contraceptives …show more content…
If a parent is completely against letting their child be taught and given methods of prevention then classes and information can be provided to those parents to help them further understand the importance of allowing our teens to be educated. By first providing all the facts and benefits of why their children should learn about life, many teachers and parents will understand why it is so important. Parents who want a good future for their children can advocate helping teens in schools and life by distribution of birth control. Providing a better quality of life for our youth is
Mrs. Eaves
English III 7th Hour
23 February 2015
Birth Control Birth control is a controversial subject as to whether it should be distributed to teens in schools without parental consent. Nearly 750,000 American teenagers become pregnant each year but the majority of these pregnancies- 82 percent- are unintended (“Pregnant Teen Help”). Although distribution of birth control goes against some beliefs, it is the best decision in order to further provide a higher quality of life for teens and their future. Birth control is the practice of preventing unwanted pregnancies, typically by use of the contraceptive pill. The contraceptive pill is prescribed and taken once a day to suppress ovulation. Many birth control pills contain the two hormones of estrogen and progestin. The hormones work together in the body to keep eggs from leaving the ovaries. This prevents pregnancy effectively because the process cannot take place if there is no egg present to join with the sperm (“Birth Control Overview”). Other ways to prevent unwanted pregnancy is by the use of condoms, female condoms, birth control shot, birth control rings, and simply abstinence. Some birth control methods can be purchased over the counter, but for teens distributing the proper types of contraceptives …show more content…
If a parent is completely against letting their child be taught and given methods of prevention then classes and information can be provided to those parents to help them further understand the importance of allowing our teens to be educated. By first providing all the facts and benefits of why their children should learn about life, many teachers and parents will understand why it is so important. Parents who want a good future for their children can advocate helping teens in schools and life by distribution of birth control. Providing a better quality of life for our youth is