Critical Thinking Questions
1. What personal factors influence your sexual decision making and contraception use? Consider
your partner pattern and your social network.
My decision to use birth control is influenced by several factors, including my desire not to have
children currently. Since the cost of birth control is covered by insurance, accessibility is not a
barrier. Additionally, I am not married yet and would prefer to wait until I am married before
starting a family. These personal values and circumstances help guide my choice to use
contraception.
2. What factors in your environment influence your sexual decision making and contraception
use? Consider the socioecological model and how community and policies have impacted your
beliefs, values, access to sexual health education, and sexual health care.
Several environmental factors influence me. For example, my access to health insurance, which
covers the cost of birth control, plays a significant role in making contraception more affordable
and accessible. This is not something some people have, and they have to pay out of pocket. My
social network, including friends, co-workers, and my church have also shaped my views. They
have shaped my views on family planning offering advice and sharing experiences. Additionally,
