This chapter explores the significant effects of hormonal birth control on women's brains and identities, emphasizing changes in stress responses and mental health. It discusses the roles of estrogen and progesterone, highlighting how synthetic progestins can impact anxiety and depression risks. Additionally, the chapter examines the historical reproductive costs faced by women and how modern contraceptives might influence sexual behaviors and psychology.

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