Spring til hovednavigation Spring til søgning Spring til hovedindhold

Hormonal contraceptive use, depression and suicide

  • Abir Khalil Bchtawi
  • , Bashayir Said Muse Issa
  • , Ella Fabricius Jørgensen
  • , Øjvind Lidegaard

    Abstract

    Hormonal contraception is widely used among young women, and mood changes are common side effects. Little focus has been drawn towards more serious mood disorders. Recent investigations have shown an association between hormonal contraceptive use and depression, suicide attempt and suicide. The highest relative risks for those side effects have been reported among adolescents. All types of hormonal contraceptive methods seem to influence women's mood. In this review, we recommend a greater focus on potential psychological side effects and increased attention when prescribing hormonal contraceptive products.

    OriginalsprogEngelsk
    TidsskriftUgeskrift for Laeger
    Vol/bind182
    Udgave nummer26
    ISSN0041-5782
    StatusUdgivet - 22 jun. 2020

    Fingeraftryk

    Dyk ned i forskningsemnerne om 'Hormonal contraceptive use, depression and suicide'. Sammen danner de et unikt fingeraftryk.

    Citationsformater