In this book, the authors present current research in the study of contraceptives and their predictors of use, role of cultural attitudes and practices and levels of effectiveness. Topics discussed in this compilation include the history of contraception from the ancient Egyptians to the ""morning after"" pill; the implicit social cognition of attitudes toward contraceptives and the implications for sexual behavior; improving contraceptive choices and use; qualities of romantic relationships and consistent condom use among dating young adults; and contraceptive use and non-use among the Black.
