Young Women Abandon Birth Control Due to Misinformation Surge

Doctors warn against the dangers of relying on 'natural' alternatives amid widespread social media misinformation.

Social media misinformation leads to a decline in birth control use among young women, with many turning to less effective 'natural' alternatives.
Doctors express concern over the spread of birth control misinformation, emphasizing the safety and effectiveness of hormonal contraception.
Misinformation targets vulnerable demographics, particularly influencing teens and early 20s, and exploits historical mistrust in medical practices among communities of color.
Influencers and conservative commentators play a significant role in spreading birth control misinformation, often without medical credentials.
The misinformation trend raises concerns about increased unwanted pregnancies in states with restricted or banned abortion access.