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How best to treat perinatal depression: nurses and midwives need to be alert to the possibility of, and signs and symptoms of perinatal depression, so it can be effectively treated.(RESEARCH)Nugent, Jane
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious type of depression that many new mothers experience. This mental health condition is characterized by extreme sadness, anxiety, and exhaustion that can interfere with the ability to care for a newborn or even function daily. PPD is much more common than...
How common is bipolar mood disorder?Forms of Bipolar Disorder:There are several types of bipolar disorder in the DSM. Three of these types are bipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymic disorder. In bipolar I, only a single extended manic episode is required for diagnosis. In bipolar II, a ...
You don't have to cope with PPD alone. Postpartum depression is a common mental illness often caused by factors outside one's control. If you are struggling after the birth of a baby or your child's adoption, consider seeking support. You can get started by reaching out to an online ...
While mood swings during pregnancy are common, intense negative emotions that interfere with your day-to-day life could be a sign of something more serious, such as depression and/or anxiety. Advertisement | page continues below If your mood swings are becoming more frequent or more intense, or...
Common Emotions During Pregnancy Here are some of the most common emotions pregnant people experience, along with some suggestions for navigating through them. Blissfully happy Why you may feel this way:"Estrogen can produce a sense of well-being," explains Dr. Puryear. "Then again, a lot of...
"Depression and anxiety are the most common complication of pregnancy, and suicide and overdose are leading causes of death during pregnancy and the first postpartum year," said Stuebe, who is the lead author of the paper. "We need more and better screening and treatment for these conditions,...
Maternal mental health conditions are among the most common complication of pregnancy and childbirth. Of the roughly 3.5 million people who give birth each year in the United States, approximately 20% will be impacted by mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety. ...
Although unsettled behaviour is a common problem in the first months of life, families complain that they receive conflicting advice from health professionals. A simplistic, biomedical approach may cause harm, because only 5% of unsettled babies have organic disturbance. However, an approach that focus...