The Medical and Surgical Practice of NaProTECHNOLOGY, 173-175, 2004

Chapter 13: Achieving- and Avoiding-Related Behavior (Use)

Hilgers TW

Abstract

Chapter 13 of Hilgers' NaProTECHNOLOGY textbook establishes a clinical behavioral taxonomy unique to the Creighton Model FertilityCare System, distinguishing between achieving-related and avoiding-related use based on whether a couple's actions increase or decrease the probability of conception. The chapter argues that a "taking a chance" mindset is inherently contraceptive in psychology and must be replaced with intentional, education-grounded behavior that reflects a couple's genuine family planning goals.

Topics

what is the difference between achieving and avoiding in Creighton Model, can I get pregnant using the Creighton Model on peak days, what does 'taking a chance' mean in fertility awareness, how does Creighton classify a pregnancy as achieving or avoiding, does Creighton Model work for achieving pregnancy, how do I know if I am using Creighton correctly to get pregnant, what is achieving-related behavior in natural family planning, how does intention affect fertility awareness outcomes, why does my NaPro doctor ask about how I was using the method when I got pregnant

Cite this article

Hilgers, T. W. (2004). Chapter 13: Achieving- and Avoiding-Related Behavior (Use). *The Medical and Surgical Practice of NaProTECHNOLOGY*, 173-175.

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