What Causes Missed Period (Amenorrhea) In Teens and When to Seek Help?

 

9. Stress:

This may affect the function of the hypothalamus in regulating the menstrual cycle.

10. Birth control pills, IUDs, and shots:

Hormonal contraceptives interfere with menstruation due to the suppression of ovulation. Sometimes, it may take a while to return to the normal cycle, even after the cessation of contraception use.