Psychological Disorders Depression
Depression - postpartum; Postnatal depression
Symptoms
The symptoms of postpartum depression are the same as the symptoms of depression that occurs at other times in life. Along with a sad or depressed mood, you may have some of the following symptoms:
- Agitation or irritability
- Changes in appetite
- Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
- Feeling withdrawn or unconnected
- Lack of pleasure or interest in most or all activities
- Loss of concentration
- Loss of energy
- Problems doing tasks at home or...
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Post-partum depression
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Depression - postpartum; Postnatal depressionPreventionHaving good social support from family, friends, and coworkers may help reduce the seriousness... Read more »
Post-partum depression
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Post-partum depression
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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