Melani Grande Murrieta SOC 438X 1001 Investigating the effects religion may have on one’s reproductive health
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Disclaimer: This tumblr’s goal is in no way trying to prove or disprove the legitimacy of any one religious belief nor does it strive to explain the big capital T truth of religion. There is no intention to disrespect any form of religion and this tumblr page pulls some of its information from peer reviewed journal articles to investigating the effects religion may have on one’s reproductive health.
In my SOC 438x (the culture and politics of reproduction) course we had to create an online capstone research project on the reproductive topic of our choosing. Our project must utilize the “tumblr.com” website to create a webpage for our topic showcasing all that we have learned during our research. Originally, I had difficulty coming up with a topic that not only was interesting but also coming up with a topic that I could feel passionate about. Several of my other classmates’ projects seemed to all be connected to them on somewhat of a personal level and I just knew that for my project I wanted to research something that fascinates me. Fast forward through all the sleepless nights spent thinking of a topic and I decided to consider investigating the effects religion may have on one’s reproductive health.
For my final online capstone research project, the topic I choose to investigate was the effects religion may have on one’s reproductive health. More specifically considering religious attitudes towards human sexuality and more importantly the conversation of contraceptives. This Tumblr page first will introduce the audience to what contraceptives are, how contraceptives work, the types of contraceptives are there, and why it’s important to have a conversation about contraception. I believe it is important for the audience to have an understanding on one of the main focus of this Tumblr page.
Next I go into religions’ attitudes towards contraception, which although similar across the board there are exceptions. Protestantism, for example, believes that the use of contraception is only acceptable for married women while on the other side of the spectrum Hinduism accepts all methods of contraception (Hakim, Seidman, Kubba, Kishen, & Carlo, 2016). I want to be able to show a variety of religious beliefs and their thoughts on contraceptives along with sexuality as well as it can also have effect on an individual level. Religion is stitched into several cultures around the world and contributes to an individual’s moral beliefs and life choices.
Lastly this Tumblr page looks at religious attitudes towards reproductive health policy such as those in the affordable care act and how it benefits religion in some cases. We also look at the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) and its role in cases like Hobby Lobby which ruled that individuals do not lose their religious freedom when they open a family business. Also, importantly mentioned on this web page is the Stormans Inc v. John Wiesman which brings up the important question where is the line drawn between religious freedom and necessary health care?
Although I acknowledge that this topic will mainly focus on those who follow a religion, there is still the possibility that religions’ attitudes along with their actions can also disturb those who do not follow a religion. In the case of a provider of an emergency contraception not willing to carry the product due to their morals, religious, or personal reason can have a direct effect on customers needing the product that do not share the same morals, religious, or personal reason (Mackin & Clark, 2011). This type of scenario brings about more questions on whether pharmacies or even a pharmacist refusal to carry or fill for an emergency contraception is fair. Is this situation, nothing more than just going to a different pharmacist or is the issue more complex as the health and well being of a patient should be a top priority?
Religion can have an impact on one's individual life, whether it is a direct one like attending church or inspiring works of art. Cultures are interlinked with forms of religion and teachings are passed on from generation to generation. Although I personally have not identified with any specific religion, growing up in a Latino culture where religion plays a huge part, one can observe the influence it has. This is the reason I chose this topic because throughout my sociology college career path I have always found an interest at how religion influences certain aspect of our life and gray the area of the topic is.
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Contraception
Definition
Contraception (birth control) prevents pregnancy by interfering with the normal process of ovulation, fertilization, and implantation. There are different kinds of birth control that act at different points in the process.
Purpose
Every month, a woman's body begins the process that can potentially lead to pregnancy. An egg (ovum) matures, the mucus that is secreted by the cervix (a cylindrical-shaped organ at the lower end of the uterus) changes to be more inviting to sperm, and the lining of the uterus grows in preparation for receiving a fertilized egg. Any woman who wants to prevent pregnancy must use a reliable form of birth control.
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Published on Sep 19, 2016
Contraceptives are designed to prevent pregnancy in three basic ways: they either block sperm, disable sperm before they reach the uterus, or suppress ovulation. But is one strategy better than the other? And how does each one work? NWHunter describes the mechanics behind different kinds of contraceptives.
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Religion and Family Planning
“Religion is embedded in the culture of all societies. It influences matters of morality, ideology and decision making, which concern every human being at some point in their life. Although the different religions often lack a united view on matters such contraception and abortion, there is sometimes some dogmatic overlap when general religious principles are subject to the influence of local customs. Immigration and population flow add further complexities to societal views on reproductive issues. For example, present day Europe has recently faced a dramatic increase in refugee influx, which raises questions about the health care of immigrants and the effects of cultural and religious differences on reproductive health. Religious beliefs on family planning in, for example, Christianity, Judaism, Islam and Hinduism have grown from different backgrounds and perspectives. Understanding these differences may result in more culturally competent delivery of care by health care providers. This paper presents the teachings of the most widespread religions in Europe with regard to contraception and reproduction.”
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Family planning is both a health and a human rights issue. It influences the life and life circumstances of an individual as well as those of their family, community and society. Due to its huge importance, family planning is still subject to political and religious influence.
Pinter, B., Hakim, M., Seidman, D. S., Kubba, A., Kishen, M., & Di Carlo, C. (2016)
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In rural Guatemala, it is not unusual for women to have as many as 10 children, beginning in their teens and continuing into their 40′s. That can take a big physical toll on mothers. Ray Suarez reports on the cultural, religious and logistical obstacles tied to teaching women about using birth control in a traditional society.
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Religion and Attitudes Toward Family Planning Issues Among US Adults
“Several findings are particularly noteworthy.
First, religious involvement predicts agreement about one potential consequence of the broad availability of contraceptives, namely the notion that this leads to increased sexual activity by teens and unmarried adults. Persons who attend religious services regularly, i.e., weekly or more, are particularly likely to endorse this view. However, attendance is only modestly related to policy preferences.
Second, although Catholics and members of conservative Protestant denominations tend to agree that widespread availability of contraception fosters non-marital sexual activity, they are not necessarily opposed to broadening access to family planning resources, either via government programs or private insurance.
Third, this seeming paradox is clarified via closer consideration of non-denominationally specific religious subcultural identities. These subcultural identities (born again, fundamentalist, and evangelical) refer to self-identification with various religious subcultures. “Born again” respondents are especially prone to agree with the concern that contraceptive access fosters non-marital sexual activity, whereas self-described “fundamentalists” and “evangelicals” are not, after controlling for socio-demographic variables. By contrast, “evangelicals” express the strongest reservations about US government provision of contraception, and tend to resist policies requiring private insurers to cover family planning. Interestingly, “fundamentalists” as a group do not appear to hold distinctive views on any of the three issues.’
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Sexual Health and Religion: A Primer for the Sexual Health Clinician (CME)
Introduction
Sexual health is an integral part of the multifaceted human experience that is driven both by biological factors and psychological facets. Religion may provide a moral code of conduct or a sexual compass as to sexual norms and behaviors.
Aim
The aim of this study was to summarize the integration of sexuality and religion.
Method
A review of published literature and religious texts was conducted.
Results
The integration of religion with country or state politics and laws is a complicated dilemma and will not be discussed in the scope of this article. The extent to which an individual incorporates their religious doctrine into their sexual life is a personal and individualized choice. The sexual medicine health professional will likely encounter a diverse patient population of distinct religious backgrounds, and a primer on religion and sexuality is a much needed adjunctive tool for the clinician.
Conclusion
Because religion can influence sexuality and dictate, in part, the behavioral and medical treatments for sexual complaints, the clinician should be familiar with religious guidelines regarding sexuality, and treatment should be customized and individualized. Failure to do so can impact compliance with the therapeutic interventions. Religious awareness also solidifies the therapeutic alliance between clinician and patient as it demonstrates respect and acknowledgment for patient's beliefs and autonomy.
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