The Evolution of Birth Control and Digital Technologies

Exploring the societal impact of birth control and digital technologies in the 1960s, this chapter discusses the shift in perception towards the world as a resource to be exploited. It delves into the historical context of birth control for young women, debate around parental consent, and the implications of medicalization on children's bodies. The conversation also touches on the psychological and societal implications of undisclosed life changes, community involvement in decision-making, and the shift towards pharmaceutical dependence for solving health problems.