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Is the Use of Hormonal Contraception Associated With Suicide and Suicide Attempts?

Authors :
Weakley, Jennifer
Sachs, Viviane
Crosby, Kimberly
Skaftason, Helga
Migdalski, Alyssa
Source :
American Family Physician; Jan2022, Vol. 105 Issue 1, p82-83, 2p
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

The article discusses the link between the use of hormonal contraception and suicide or suicide attempts based on studies. It mentions the increase in complete suicides and suicidal behaviors in women using oral contraceptives. Also noted is the association between hormonal contraception use and first suicide attempt among women in Denmark. It cites a U.S. study on the risk of mortality for women who used oral contraceptives.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0002838X
Volume :
105
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
American Family Physician
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
154685179