“More moms will suffer from PPD [postpartum depression,] than men will be diagnosed with new cases of impotence (approx. 600,000) this year. Yet, you wouldn’t know it, considering the overabundance of erectile dysfunction (ED) ads and people falling all over themselves to discuss ED openly. Why doesn’t PPD get the same attention from pharmaceutical companies?” (Stone, 2010). This research proposal focused on studies conducted on the various causes of postpartum depression in India. Methodical, database, journal and print searches were done using key words such as ‘ante-partum depression’. ‘post-natal depression’, ‘baby blues’, ‘post-delivery depression’, ‘neonatal depression’, ‘major causes’, ‘leading causes’ and main reasons’ in various patterns on search engines such as Google, Mamma, EBSCO Host and Gale Databases. This research was fundamental to increase awareness in mothers who may be at risk for postpartum depression and encourages discussions of the potential benefits of mass screening for improving postpartum depression recognition and outcomes. Postpartum depression remains one of the most common complications in modern obstetrics, and yet it remains largely undetected and frequently untreated (Nonacs, 2007).The primary causes of postpartum depression among women in India between the ages of 18-35 are the socioeconomic status and infant gender bias. Psychiatrist, Dr. Ruta Nonacs (2007) addresses postpartum depression in her book “A Deeper Shade of Blue” which is not Indian based, but it gave a solid explanation and grasp of postpartum depression, how to recognize it, and its effects on women. In the book, she explained that the process of becoming a mother is not easy, and that women were most vulnerable to depressio... ... middle of paper ... ...Care , 1-7. Kendall-Tackett, K. (2009). Depression in New Mothers: Causes. Consequences. and Treatment alternatives. New York: Routeledge Nimisha, D. D., Ritambhara, M. R., &Jaishree, G. ( 2012). Study of prevalence and risk factors of postpartum depression. National Journal of Medical Research, 2 (2), 194-198. Nonacs, R. (2007).A deeper shade of blue: A woman’s guide to recognizing and treating depression in her childbearing years. New York City: Simon & Schuster. Srinivasan, P. ( 2012). Depression Among Women. Retrieved from: http://www.360living.in/article/depression-among-women. Stone, K. (2010, October 8). How Many Women Get Postpartum Depression? The Statistics on PPD: Postpartum Progress. Retrieved February 28, 2014, from Postpartum Progress: http://www.postpartumprogress.com/how-many-women-get-postpartum-depression-the-statistics-on-ppd
What would you do if your wife or your relative had postpartum depression after giving birth to her child? Would you try to help her by talking to her, or by taking her to a psychologist, or would you lock her in a house where she has no one to talk to and doesn’t get any professional help? Postpartum depression is a type of depression that occurs within three months following childbirth and symptoms can include delusions, hallucinations, marked illogical thought, thinking of suicide, and fear of hurting the baby (Dictionary of Psychology 551). Recent research shows that postpartum depression affects 10 percent of women in the months following the birth of a child (Depression Statistics: Women Fact Information).
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Postpartum depression is a common and highly treatable disorder. Education is the key for affected family members as well as the patient. It is a disorder that crosses all boundaries and it is an illness that many mothers are embarrassed about having. There is a feeling of shame and guilt that accompanies this illness. However, once a mother recognizes a problem and seeks treatment and support from others there is a positive change and better appreciation for baby and life. The hopelessness is replaced with hope and excitement for the future.
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Pregnancies are often correlated with the assumption that it will bring happiness to the household and ignite feelings of love between the couple. What remains invisible is how the new responsibilities of caring and communicating with the baby affects the mother; and thus, many women experience a temporary clinical depression after giving birth which is called postpartum depression (commonly known as postnatal depression) (Aktaş & Terzioğlu, 2013).
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Postpartum depression is a disease that was not recognized as an illness in 1892, but postpartum depression plagued many mothers during this time period. In 1892, because they did not recognize postpartum as an illness, the only cure they believed in was the rest cure. Doctors now believe that having hobbies, and keeping your mind off your depression helps to cure depression. “Interests and activities are very important in mental health, contributing to self-esteem and happiness. They give satisfaction, help make you feel good about yourself, and keep your mind off problems and negative thoughts and emotions,” (cbtrecovery.org). In the
...ing exercise, combined with herbal supplements, is a valuable and natural way to treat postpartum depression
Postpartum psychiatric illness was initially characterized as a group of disorders specifically linked to pregnancy and childbirth and thus was considered diagnostically distinct from other types of psychiatric illness. It has long been thought that the postpartum period is a time of increased risk for the onset of psychiatric disorders and adjustment difficulties in women (Campbell & Cohn, 1991). The link between reproductive status and depressive illness is further evidenced by the high frequency of depression during the premenstrual phase, and the immediate postpartum period (Yonkers, 1995). As one of the major physical, psychological, and social stresses of a woman's life, childbirth is gaining an increasing amount of recognition as a major risk factor in the growth of mental sickness. Postpartum depression is defined as a mild to moderate mood disturbance occurring between birth and six months post birth, rather than the less frequent, more severe postpartum psychosis, or the more prevalent but transient blues (Croken...
Knowing the symptoms of postpartum depression is critical for a young mother's discovering that she may have the depress...
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There have been many studies done on depression in females after they have given birth, but very few that explain how poorer African American females feel about different types of treatment (Goodman, Dimidjian, & Williams, 2013). African American females that live at or below poverty level are less likely to receive mediation for depression after birthing a child or to partake in pre-emptive help than any other ethnic group (Goodman, Dimidjian, & Williams, 2013). Pregnant African American women’s attitudes toward perinatal depression prevention a study completed by Sherryl Goodman, Sona Dimidjian, and Kristen Williams was designed to find out the attitudes of these women towards services that reduce or prevent depression so that they could improve treatment among this group of individuals (Goodman, Dimidjian, & Williams, 2013).
Maternal health has been seen as an issue of immediate concern for the developing countries. Socio-cultural factors in many developing countries particularly; those in Asia are leading to increased maternal mortality due to poor health. This fact can be seen from the social and cultural trends in these countries because of these factors various disabilities, inadequacies and even deaths are increasing. Differential in socio-economic status are seen for most conditions diseases and risk factors in this country. The social distribution of health and the social causes, which most affect health, must be understood and addressed.
203). Pregnant women and postpartum mothers are at a higher risk for depression than non-pregnant women (Baldwin & Kelly, 2015). Nurses must know and recognize the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression and provide efficient, competent care without being judgmental and offensive. This may encourage the patient to share their feelings. It is the nurses’ responsibility to provide accurate information to the mothers who have postpartum depression. In this paper, I will be discussing postpartum depression, the emotional and mental health effects that may be experienced by the mothers and their families, and what nurses can do to assess for postpartum depression to support this
This journal was useful for me because it gave me the background details on why women are opting for delayed motherhood by the age of 30 or 40. Accordingly, I was able to build up my points on how it will affect the health conditions of both baby and mother and also the risk of taking that challenge.