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I saw this trending on my facebook today, it looks as if there is a slight connection between birth control pills and depression.
http://www.webmd.com/sex/birth-contr...pressionrisk#1
If you believe there is a link between the two for you, it's important that you don't just stop taking your medication. See your doctor first.
It absolutely has that impact on me - the last time I tried it for problems with ovulation, it took less than a month before I was seriously ill. So much so that my gynaecologist only reason for not giving me a hysterectomy 10 years ago was because they wouldn't give me hrt, which they insist on if you have a hysterectomy under 40
The thing is, I know that some Pills can to help, especially for people with Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD).
So I think it's about understanding your medication and being aware of your needs and symptoms.
I haven't taken the Pill for years.