Abstract
We did a research study in order to understand more about what kind of contraception women with intellectual and developmental disabilities were provided. Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives LARCs are surgically inserted and last for a few years inside the body. A person who chooses a LARC does not need to take any other steps to prevent a pregnancy from happening. If a person decides to become pregnant the LARC can be removed. Moderately and Highly Effective Reversible Contraception Some examples of these kinds of contraception include birth control pills, a patch, an injection, or a diaphragm. These types of contraception require different steps that a person needs to do over time. If a person decides to become pregnant, these steps can be stopped at any time. It is important to remember that contraceptives prevent pregnancy but do not prevent diseases and infections during sexual activities. Additional protection against these types of sexual infections and diseases during sex is recommended. 1. 2.