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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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
UI study: low-income women more likely to suffer from postpartum depression
Poor women in Iowa are much more likely to suffer from postpartum depression than their wealthier counterparts, a new University of Iowa study shows. view more (2008-02-20)
Pregnant Women Should Exercise to Keep Depression Away
While much research focuses on healthy babies for pregnant mothers, little has been published about the physical and emotional health and changes that the mothers go through themselves. A study in a recent issue of the Journal of General Internal Medicine presents data that characterizes these changes and highlights exercise as an effective means... view more... (2005-03-23)
Mothers with postpartum depression with suicidal thoughts and their infant interactions
The joys of motherhood for many women can also lead other new moms to experience postpartum depression and even worse - ideas for committing suicide. view more (2009-09-04)
Mothers of multiple births at increased odds of postpartum depression
Mothers of multiples have 43 percent increased odds of having moderate to severe depressive symptoms nine months after giving birth compared to mothers of single-born children, according to researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. view more (2009-03-30)
Depression more common during pregnancy than after childbirth
Depression during pregnancy is more common than postnatal depression, finds a study in this week's BMJ. As mood during pregnancy may affect the unborn child, more efforts need to be directed towards recognising and treating antenatal depression, report the authors. Over 9,000 pregnant women recorded their mood through pregnancy and after... view more... (2001-08-01)
Re-Designed Care Could Reduce Postnatal Depression (pp 370, 380)
A UK study in this week's issue of THE LANCET highlights how a new model of postnatal care led by midwives and tailored to meet individual needs could reduce the risk of mental illness among women in the first four months after childbirth. A Commentary article also published this week concludes that the study has implications for the delivery of... view more... (2002-01-30)
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)
Fussy Babies and Postpartum Depression Linked, Study Finds
A compelling connection exists between colicky babies and postpartum depression, according to a study conducted by a Brown Medical School professor and Rhode Island Department of Health family health experts. view more (2006-05-02)
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)
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