Postpartum depression

Provides general information on postpartum depression (PPD), including symptoms, causes, and treatment. Includes links to related articles and suggested reading materials consisting of books and web articles.

Describes the characteristics of postpartum depression. Contains a link to a simple test to help differentiate between postpartum depression and normal ‘blues’.

Introduces four case histories of women who have experienced and recovered from postpartum depression.

Describes major or clinical depression in the context of prenatal and postpartum health. Examines the incidence of major depression in pregnant and postpartum women, risk factors, signs and symptoms, reasons for seeking treatment, and treatment options, including social, psychological, and biological approaches.

Provides self-care suggestions to women experiencing postpartum depression.

Provides suggestions to partners, families, and friends of postpartum depression sufferers for dealing with symptoms of the illness. Gives a definition of postpartum depression and explains what may cause it. Provides a description of the primary symptoms followed by suggestions for dealing with each symptom.

Presents research-based evidence on the benefits of various treatments for postpartum depression and their potential risks to nursing infants.

Lists some of the most common forms of psychiatric and emotional disorders which can affect pregnant women. Discusses mood disorders, particularly depression, experienced by some women after childbirth. Containes links to descriptions of major depression, panic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and psychosis.