Managing depression during pregnancy.
During the reproductive years, depression is common in women, and many face treatment decisions during pregnancy. Possible risks of untreated maternal depression include increased risk of relapse and postpartum depression, all the serious risks associated with the untreated disorder in nonpregnant women, and obstetrical complications. Data on teratogenic risks of antidepressant use are inconsistent, but these risks should be taken into consideration. Overall, treatment should be individually tailored, and nonpharmacologic options may be appropriate.
Freeman
Marlene P
MP
Center for Women's Mental Health, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA.
D000014:Abnormalities, Drug-Induced / Q000209:etiology; D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D019052:Depression, Postpartum / Q000209:etiology; D003866:Depressive Disorder / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000628:therapy*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000628:therapy*; D012307:Risk Factors
D000928:Antidepressive Agents