Hormonal contraceptives linked to higher postpartum depression risk

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She came off the pill without telling her partner and is facing the consequences (Picture: Getty/Metro.co.uk) The contraceptive pill has had a revolutionary impact on women’s lives, and allowed many couples to make decisions about when – or if – to have children.  But what happens when that decision isn’t mutual? If someone stops taking birth control without telling their partner, it raises serious questions about trust, consent and responsibili…

Hormonal contraceptives linked to higher postpartum depression risk

Researchers investigate whether the use of hormonal contraception increases the risk of postpartum depression.

According to a study published at the end of March in the JAMA Network Open, women who take the pill immediately after becoming mothers are at greater risk of suffering from depression. The study analyzed data from more than 610,000 women who had become mothers for the first time. Nearly 40% used hormonal contraceptives after giving birth. Among those who used them, 49% had a higher risk of suffering from depression. They also concluded that wom…

Study Says Contraceptives May Raise Postpartum Depression Risk By 49%

A study published in the 'JAMA Network Open' revealed a connection between the usage of contraceptive pills among new mothers and an increased risk of depression. It is known that hormones significantly influence mood and the overall mental well-being of a person. Therefore, birth control pills, which regulate the estrogen and progesterone levels in women, have a significant impact on their emotional stability. Oral Contraceptives And Postpartum…