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New mothers should be screened regularly for postpartum depression
Physicians should screen mothers for postpartum depression regularly for at least a year following childbirth to better identify women who develop symptoms throughout the year and those whose depression persists. view more (2006-07-26)
Postpartum anxiety delays puberty in offspring
Hormonal changes early in pregnancy cause maternal postpartum anxiety and behavior changes that can lead to a delayed onset of puberty in both birth and adoptive daughters, according to a new study conducted in mice. view more (2009-06-11)
Mothers' stress may increase children's asthma
Children whose mothers are chronically stressed during their early years have a higher asthma rate than their peers, regardless of their income, gender or other known asthma risk factors. view more (2008-01-15)
Postnatal depression: a personal view (pp 262, 303, 311)
'A woman with my name "died" in childbirth' This week's issue heralds the arrival of an occasional feature written by patients under the banner Personal account. A Commentary outlines how these occasional essays will aim to remind readers what medicine means to the patient and will usually be commissioned to accompany a Seminar or... view more... (2004-01-21)
Post-partum suicide attempt risks studied
Although maternal suicide after giving birth is a relatively rare occurrence, suicide attempts often have long-lasting effects on the family and the infant. In a study published in the August 2008 issue of the American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, researchers compared two populations of mothers and found that a history of psychiatric... view more... (2008-08-06)
Poor sleep is independently associated with depression in postpartum women
A study in the July 1 issue of the journal SLEEP suggests that postpartum depression may aggravate an already impaired sleep quality, as experiencing difficulties with sleep is a symptom of depression. view more (2009-07-01)
First-time mothers at increased risk for postpartum mental disorders
New mothers are at an increased risk for mental disorders such as schizophrenia, depression and bipolar disorder in the 3 months following the birth of their first child, according to a study in the December 6 issue of JAMA. The study also found that first-time fathers do not have an increased risk for mental disorders. view more (2006-12-06)
Women suffer from anxiety and stress after birth, not only depression
Women can suffer from postnatal anxiety or stress independently of postnatal depression. view more (2006-03-24)
Postpartum depression is a major public health problem that requires more resources
Childbearing is a potent event in the lives of women, a particularly vulnerable time for developing or exacerbating psychiatric illness. view more (2006-12-06)
Diabetes a risk factor for postpartum depression
Postpartum depression is a serious-and often undiagnosed-condition affecting about 10 to 12 percent of new mothers. view more (2009-02-25)
Postpartum hospital discharges -- when is the 'right time?'
A landmark nationwide study, published today in the journal Pediatrics, is the first ever to prospectively examine the decision-making process of over 4,000 mothers and their physicians around the readiness of mothers and their infants to leave the hospital after childbirth. view more (2007-08-06)
Genetic predisposition may play a role in anxiety disorders
Finnish scientists have identified genes that may predispose to anxiety disorders. Research conducted under the supervision of Academy Research Fellow Iiris Hovatta have focused on genes that influence human behaviour, and some of the studied genes show a statistical association with specific anxiety disorders. view more (2008-08-28)
Common anti-depressants similarly safe and effective for treating postpartum depression
Two antidepressants commonly used to treat depression in the general population also can effectively and safely treat postpartum depression. view more (2006-08-16)
Concern over clinical value of new mood disorder drugs
Recent changes to the classification of psychiatric disorders are encouraging pharmaceutical companies to develop new drugs that are of questionable clinical value, argue researchers in this week’s BMJ. view more (2003-07-16)
Bullying can lead to emotional problems, especially in girls
A history of bullying predicts the onset of anxiety or depressive symptoms, especially in young teenage girls, finds a study in this week's BMJ. Over 2,600 secondary school students in Victoria, Australia were surveyed about bullying, twice in year 8 (aged 13 years) and 12 months later, at the end of year 9. Students were classified as victimised... view more... (2001-08-29)
Breastfeeding and good fats help new moms fight depression
Breastfeeding and the good fats in Omega-3 fatty acids help new moms fight depression, according to a new article published in the most recent issue of the International Breastfeeding Journal by a University of New Hampshire researcher. view more (2007-05-03)
Panic attacks tied to breathing
Panic disorder can be tied to disturbances in the regulation of breathing. A dissertation from the Sahlgrenska Academy at Göteborg University in Sweden shows that the effect of serotonin preparations in attacks of panic anxiety might be due to their influence on breathing. view more (2002-12-20)
Psychology and people with disfiguring medical conditions
Psychological approaches designed to reduce social anxiety could be used to help people who are having difficulty adjusting to disfiguring medical conditions. This is one of the conclusions made today, Friday 23 March, in an article in The British Journal of Clinical Psychology. Dr Gerry Kent, Department of Psychology, Sheffield University and Dr... view more... (2001-03-21)
Depression and anxiety improve after epilepsy surgery
Depression and anxiety are common problems for people whose epilepsy cannot be controlled by medication. A new study found that depression and anxiety improve significantly after epilepsy surgery. view more (2005-12-13)
Maternal depression is associated with significant sleep disturbance in infants
A study in the May 1 issue of the journal SLEEP suggests that babies born to mothers with depression are more likely to suffer from significant sleep disturbances at 2 weeks postpartum that continue until 6 months of age. view more (2009-05-01)
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