Postpartum depression
Topic: Maternity
Depression starting in the weeks or months after birth that lasts at least two weeks and impairs daily functioning. It differs from the baby blues, which are mild and usually resolve within two weeks. The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale is used for screening. Ask the mother directly about thoughts of harming herself or the baby, teach the family the warning signs and refer for mental health support.
- Also known as:
- PPD, Perinatal depression
- In Turkish:
- Doğum sonu depresyon
What does Postpartum depression mean?
Postpartum depression is part of the Maternity topic in nursing. Students meet it in class, on clinical placements and while preparing for exams.
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