What could be the reasons for adopting contraceptive methods?
Contraceptive methods are adopted for several important reasons. The sexual act always has the potential to lead to pregnancy, and contraceptive methods help avoid unwanted pregnancies.
Pregnancy makes major demands on the body and mind of the woman. If she is not ready for it, her health will be adversely affected. Therefore, avoiding pregnancy through contraceptives is essential for protecting women's health.
Additionally, some degree of sexual maturation does not necessarily mean that the body or mind is ready for sexual acts or for having and bringing up children. There can also be pressure from government agencies to avoid having children, making contraceptive methods necessary.
Explanation
The textbook context clearly outlines multiple reasons for adopting contraceptive methods: (1) avoiding pregnancy since sexual acts have potential to cause pregnancy, (2) protecting women's health as pregnancy makes major demands on body and mind, (3) ensuring readiness as sexual maturation doesn't mean the body/mind is prepared for child-rearing, and (4) responding to government pressure to limit family size. The answer draws directly from these points without adding external information.