Prediction of postpartum depression.
This article briefly reviews definitions, etiology, and cultural aspects of postpartum depression. Studies attempting to predict postpartum depression are examined, and a summary of risk factors is given. The importance of educating all pregnant women about postpartum depression is stressed, and sample patient education information is presented.
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D003466:Cultural Characteristics; D003866:Depressive Disorder / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000208:ethnology / Q000523:psychology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011237:Predictive Value of Tests; D011247:Pregnancy; D011379:Prognosis; D011644:Puerperal Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis*; D012307:Risk Factors