Is Post Partum Depression A Form Of Mental Illness?
Depression - postpartum; Postnatal depression
Definition
Postpartum depression is moderate to severe
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Women commonly have mood changes during pregnancy, especially after delivery. These mood changes may be caused by changes in hormone levels. Many non-hormonal factors may...
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Post-partum depression
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Post-partum depression
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Post-partum depression
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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