- While the birth control pill has been widely celebrated since its introduction in the 1960s, researchers still haven’t been able to definitively prove a link between the pill and mood swings reported by many women.
- The pill mimics pregnancy by keeping hormone levels high which keeps women’s eggs locked away from fertilization.
- Some women surveyed on the pill report more anxiety, depression and irritability.
- However, a conclusive study showing a link would require a test group of women susceptible to unwanted pregnancy.
