"been on the pill for about 9 months. only the first month had side effects. since then, my mental health has finally stabilized. i have had severely unstable moods since i was 9. i also had premenstural dysphoric disorder and extreme cramping. since taking the pill, my whole life has improved and i&#039;m able to accomplish things such as going to a regular school full time. now my period only lasts 3 days, and my sex drive is still there :)."