POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION
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Identifying postnatal depression with mHealth technology
Baby Blues occur within the first three days after birth and may last until a few weeks later. It is expected that between 60 to 80% of new mothers experience baby blues [1]. However, is estimated that 10 to 15% of new adult mothers develop Postpartum Depression (PPD)...
Improving the treatment of postpartum depression in teenage mothers
Postpartum depression (PPD) is a mood disorder that can affect women after giving birth, and the symptoms are similar to the ones presented in major depressive disorder. It is estimated that 10 to 15% of new adult mothers develop Postpartum Depression (PPD) within the first year after giving birth -and the percentage increases up to 26% in adolescent mothers.
Postpartum Depression (Infographic)
It is estimated that 10 to 15% of new adult mothers develop Postpartum Depression (PPD) within the first year after giving birth, and the percentage increases up to 26% in adolescent mothers; however, it often remains undiagnosed.