95 percent or better,” Purdie said.
Options like this have resulted in many women opting out of birth control as a whole or looking into other options like the copper IUD that contains nonadditional hormones.
Are you depressed?
However, with a lack of options, it can result in having no option but hormonal birth control, typically oral contraception. Therefore, it is important to keep an eye out for your mental health during the duration of taking these medications.
When it comes to looking out for depression, here are a few warning signs to look out for.
- Psychological symptoms include feeling hopeless and helpless, having suicidal thoughts, or finding it difficult to make decisions.
- Physical symptoms include changes in your appetite, lack of energy, and disturbed sleep.
- Social symptoms include neglecting your favorite hobbies, avoiding contact with your loved ones, and difficulties in your family or home life.
If you or someone you know is suffering from depression, please do not hesitate to seek treatment from healthcare professionals so that you can receive adequate treatment, as well as look at alternative birth control options if that is your preference. There are many other available treatments and alternatives that can help you navigate the pregnancy prevention space.