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Date
2019
Abstract
Hormonal contraceptive agents are widely used by women during their reproductive years. In recent years, research has been released linking hormonal contraception with the initiation of antidepressant medication and a first diagnosis of depression. More research is still warranted in order to further elucidate the relationship between hormonal contraception and depression, but current evidence prompts the necessity for shared decision making between clinicians and women considering treatment with hormonal contraceptive agents. The goal of this project is to give providers easily accessible patient educational materials in the form of epic smart phrases to aid in informed decision making.
Clinical Site
Colchester Family Practice
Keywords
Vermont, depression, contraception, hormonal contraception, mental health, women's health, smart phrases
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Disciplines
Medical Education | Primary Care
Recommended Citation
Hannigan, Julia E., "Patient Education on the Association of Hormonal Contraception with Depression" (2019). Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects. 435.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/fmclerk/435