Take the contraceptive pill would not increase the risk of depression, according to results of a study published in the medical journal Contraception.
Researchers at Ohio State University (USA) performed a meta-analysis with thousands of studies on various contraceptive methods (injections, implants, the pill) and the Mental Health. They looked at the effects of hormonal contraceptives on women after their childbirth, on adolescents and people with a history of depression.
Hormonal contraception does not promote depression
All the studies lead to the same conclusion: There is little evidence linking contraception and depression.
“Depression is a concern for many women who start taking hormonal contraceptives, especially when they contain hormonal contraceptives. progesterone“says Dr. Brett Worly, lead author of the study and obstetrician-gynecologist at Wexner Medical Center.” Our results show that this side effect shouldn’t worry most women, and that they can be comfortable with a safe choice. “
Women who are unsure of which contraceptive to choose can be reassured that the pills are safe and do not cause depression. In contrast, adolescent girls and pregnant womenmore at risk of depression should be better monitored by healthcare professionals.
“For these patients, it is important to maintain a good relationship with the health personnel, in order to be properly followed, whatever medication they are taking,” he advises.
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