Why I Swore Off Birth Control at 22

Spoiler Alert: It made me want to kill myself (or am I just a massive virgin?)

Photo by Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition on Unsplash

Before I start, I understand why birth control can be really helpful for some people and that it is an individual’s choice to use it, but I will always be a strong advocate for alternative contraceptives, treatments and male contraception. Coming off birth control is the only reason I am alive at 24, and I mean that…