WITHDRAWAL METHOD(COITUS INTERRUPTUS, PULLING OUT)
History / How it works:
The man withdraws his penis from the woman's vagina before ejaculation.


Summary of Withdrawal Method
Effectiveness (Failure Rate)

Reportedly to be 79% effective, but statistical sample may not be adequate (e.g., likely is less effective in general population)

Benefits

Better than nothing at all

Inexpensive and requires no supplies

Risks

Requires great self-control on the man's part

Man must be able to predict exactly when he is going to ejaculate and therefore is difficult in men who ejaculate prematurely

Even when penis is withdrawn before ejaculation, pre-ejaculate often contains sperm

Be prepared to get pregnant and possibly catch a sexually transmitted disease

STD Protection

Absolutely none.
How to Get It  
Cost Free

 

 

 

 

 

 

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