Birth control pills and the brain: what happens when you stop?
NCT ID NCT07511439
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether stopping combined birth control pills changes a key brain chemical called serotonin, which affects mood and memory. Sixty healthy women aged 18-39 who currently take a specific type of pill will either stop or continue their pill for up to a year. Researchers will use brain scans and memory tests to track any changes.
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Neurobiology Research Unit (NRU)
Copenhagen, 2100, Denmark