#24: Birth Control and The Brain

Hello Uterus

When uterinekind are left to navigate a health care system that’s built by and for men, you can start to see where biases lie. With a system that doesn’t bother to focus and dedicate time to bodies that aren’t male, you start to see why gaslighting is so common. Today we have another round of uterine news to keep you up-to-date with your body.

In a male-centric health care system, getting proper basic care and respect can be a challenge. It is so common for uterinekind’s extreme problems to be dismissed and defaulted with birth control, yet we’re called moody, emotional, and hormonal at the end of the day. In this episode, we take a look at a few studies surrounding birth control and it’s link to the brain. One appalling study from Denmark specifically showcases the link between depression and birth control usage. These numbers are terrifying. Approach with caution uterinekind, there’s a trigger warning on this episode!

Lastly, we end on a high note! Don’t throw that away, recycle it! Plus, enjoy a sneak peek into some of our amazing future guests!

Thanks for listening, learning, and being you. And join us back here every Tuesday for all things uterus, in service to you, uterinekind.