Psychology & Psychiatry
Social mums beat the blues
New mums are at lower risk of postnatal depression if they stay connected with their important social networks.
Sep 29, 2015
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Postnatal Depression
Obstetrics & gynaecology
Misunderstood mothers-to-be internalise stress
The role that stigma around mental health plays in the stress of a pregnancy – and birth complications - has been thrust into the spotlight by a study from researchers at The University of Queensland.
Jun 4, 2015
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Pediatrics
Screening tools ID postnatal depression in teen moms
(HealthDay)—For adolescent mothers, the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) and two subscales are accurate for identifying postnatal depression, according to a study published online Dec. 16 in Pediatrics.
Dec 17, 2013
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Medical research
Postnatal depression impact on digital behaviors and lack of resources for new dads
New parents often find themselves with negative self-image and feel alienated from support networks, new research has found.
Jul 23, 2021
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Expectant dads get depressed too
Transition to parenthood can be a difficult life event. It can have an impact on both parents and on the long-term development of the child. While mother's "baby blues" have been widely investigated, little research has been ...
Oct 5, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Dampening of positive feelings found to predict postpartum depressive symptoms
A new KU Leuven study shows for the first time that the dampening or suppression of positive emotions plays an important role in the development of postpartum depression. This has implications for the treatment of depressed ...
Apr 29, 2014
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Birth trauma is a growing problem—researcher's personal experience reveals how few people understand it
The past few years have seen more attention being paid to maternal mental health. Many people are now aware of conditions such as postnatal depression, which affects one in seven mothers.
Aug 31, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Could a mobile app help postnatal depression patients stay in treatment?
A University of Portsmouth researcher has designed an app to help women with postnatal depression stay on track with their treatment and access support from friends and family.
Jul 24, 2018
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
How pregnancy can be made more difficult by maternity care's notions of 'normal'
Maternity records in the UK have spaces only for the expectant mother and the baby's father. This inflexibility can cause difficulties for the pregnant person, their partner, and their unborn baby if they do not fit into ...
Oct 8, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Postnatal psychosis is rare, but symptoms can be brushed aside as 'normal' for a new mom
The period after birth of a child is supposed to be a time of great happiness for women. However, a significant number of new mothers will experience a mental illness at this time.
Nov 11, 2021
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