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Postpartum Depression Definition
Common names:
  • Baby Blues
  • Depression after Childbirth
  • Depression Postpartum
  • Post Partum Depression
  • Postpartum Depression
A woman with postpartum depression has symptoms of depression following the delivery of an infant. About 10 to 15 percent of women develop postpartum depression. Postpartum depression usually resolves over 4 to 12 months.

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Last Updated: Sep 11, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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