Saturday, June 30, 2018

Pilot Study Screens for Postpartum Depression in the ER

Postpartum depression (PPD) is the most common complication of childbirth, affecting up to 20 percent of all mothers. This figure may be even higher (up to 50 percent) among low-income and immigrant women.

The mood disorder can have significant implications for the mother, baby and the entire family. It can hinder mother-child bonding and lead to early discontinuation of breastfeeding, delayed immunizations, or in severe cases, child abuse and neglect.

Although new mothers are supposed to...


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