Conception of The Natural and Its Implications
Rock has been criticized for his conception of the natural female menstruation cycle and the long lasting implications of his decisions. Rock made a conceptual connection between the Calendar-based contraceptive methods and the pill, in order to gain the approval of the Catholic Church. Knowing that the Pill reduces the need for frequent menstruation, Rock introduced seven placebo pills per pack to simulate a "natural" cycle, stating that "women would find the continuation of their monthly bleeding reassuring." As a result, publicly accepted notions such as the standard 28 day cycle; the need to menstruate on a regular basis; and the pill as a hormonal state of pregnancy have remained salient and continue to inform decisions regarding women's health.
Read more about this topic: John Rock (American Scientist)
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