Identifying psychiatric comorbidities that occur following the introduction of hormonal contraception: a scoping review (opens in new tab)

IntroductionHormonal contraceptives are widely used by women of reproductive age, yet concerns persist regarding their potential effects on mental health. Although mood-related side effects are frequently reported, their prevalence, clinical significance, and variation across formulations remain unclear. This scoping review examined associations between hormonal contraception and psychiatric outcomes, focusing on depressive symptoms, anxiety, and other mental health disorders.MethodsA compreh...