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The purpose of this systematic literature was to summarize the literature on pregnancy options counseling for women and patients who experience an unintended pregnancy across healthcare and social service settings. We conducted a systematic literature review using the PRISMA Checklist. Following the literature search of 8 electronic databases, we used a three-stage search process to screen articles for inclusion. A total of 20 peer-reviewed articles met the inclusion criteria for this study. Half (n = 10) of the articles reviewed were empirical studies utilizing quantitative or qualitative methodology while the other half (n = 10) were conceptual or non-empirical. The articles affirmed a shared definition of pregnancy options counseling, but terminology differences were noted over time. Lastly, variations of intervention practices appeared across practice settings, with referral practice variations being the most notable. Pregnancy options counseling practices varied across settings, suggesting patients who received this intervention may not have accessed equitable or ethical care. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Family Planning Services and Pregnancy Options Counseling (POC), often provided by licensed clinical social workers and registered nurses, have been a vital intervention for women and families for decades and continues to remain an important public health focus. Recent Title X Policy changes have altered service delivery of POC in many family planning clinics across the country. This paper explores Family Planning, POC, the new Title X regulations and their intersection with the evangelical, Christian faith and social worker. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Family planning services improve health and social outcomes through education, psychosocial interventions, and medical practice. Social workers are on the frontlines of providing such services to some of the most vulnerable clients; however, social work education may not be adequately preparing students to provide these interventions. This Teaching Note introduces family planning services and their significance to social work practice. Additionally, this article shares practical examples of including the subject of family planning in BSW classrooms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]