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What could be the reasons for adopting contraceptive method?

The reasons for adopting contraceptive methods maybe -

• To avoid unwanted pregnancies


• To prevent transfer of STD (Sexually Transmitted Diseases)


• To control the number of children the couple wants to have i.e. family planning.


• Contraceptive methods are often used to maintain a gap of few years between 2 consecutive children.

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