Dr. Lisa Welling: Contraception Pros and Cons in a Relationship | Reloscope #20

Join host Lu Ngo in this episode of Reloscope: The Relationships Science Insights Podcast as she explores the topic of contraception beyond its commonly understood purpose of avoiding unwanted pregnancy. In a conversation with Dr. Lisa Welling, Associate Professor of Psychology at Oakland University, Michigan, listeners will learn about the pros and cons of using contraception in a romantic relationship. Dr. Welling is an accomplished scholar with a PhD from the University of Aberdeen and a wealth of research experience in the fields of evolutionary psychology and behavioral endocrinology. With over 80 journal publications and two edited volumes to her name, Dr. Welling is an expert in the area of human mate choice and related behaviors, with a particular focus on the impact of hormones on human behavior and preferences. In this episode, Dr. Welling discusses what contraception means and offers insights on how to use it effectively in a romantic relationship. Listeners will also gain practical advice on consulting with a doctor or counselor before making any decisions about contraception. Don't miss this informative and engaging episode of Reloscope, where Lu Ngo and Dr. Lisa Welling delve deep into the complex topic of contraception in relationships. Follow Dr. Welling’s works via https://www.wellingresearchlab.com/ or connect with her via social media below: Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/wellinglab  Twitter - https://twitter.com/labwelling TikTok - @wellinglab Produced by the Relationships Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs.  Explore LMSL at https://lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ and visit https://relationship.lifemanagementsciencelabs.com/ for additional information about Relationship Science Labs. Follow us on Social Media to stay updated:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@relationshipsciencelabs      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/relationship.science.labs/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relationship.science.labs/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ReScienceLabs  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/showcase/relationship-science-labs    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@relationshipsciencelabs    You can also subscribe and listen to the show on your preferred podcasting platforms:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reloscope-the-relationship-science-insights-podcast/id1648297613   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4By5jqMt6V0Co77Dsa1CgM    Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/e8ac0e92-9ca2-4e05-80e0-9b86f36da79f/reloscope-the-relationship-science-insights-podcast  iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-reloscope-the-relationship-102784435/   Podbean: https://relationshipscienceinsights.podbean.com/   PlayerFM: https://player.fm/series/3401809 Podchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/reloscope-the-relationship-sci-4911255