An Observational Assessment of the Prevalence of Postnatal Depression and to Study the Associated Risk Factors of Postnatal Depression
Authors/Creators
- 1. Professor and HOD, Department of Psychiatry, Darbhanga Medical College & Hospital, Laheriasarai, Darbhanga, Bihar, India
- 2. Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Patna Medical College & Hospital, Patna, Bihar, India
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Background: Postnatal depression (PND) is a serious mental illness that can strike women at any time during or after birth. Its danger rises over the first 90 days and can last up to almost two years, putting a strain on society as a whole. Although the cause of PN is uncertain, there are risk factors that can lead to the disease. The purpose of this study is to determine the prevalence of PND and its risk factors among women in Bihar. Material & Methods: A total of 170 women after delivery were included in the study. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire with Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) from mothers up to four months postpartum. Results: Prevalence of post-natal depression (PND) was 34%. PND showed significant association with primiparous women, husband’s occupation and unplanned pregnancy. Conclusion: A fairly high prevalence of postpartum depression was revealed among the females after delivery. Therefore, were commend screening of mothers after delivery to help early intervention and management along with psychosocial support.
Abstract (English)
Background: Postnatal depression (PND) is a serious mental illness that can strike women at any time during or after birth. Its danger rises over the first 90 days and can last up to almost two years, putting a strain on society as a whole. Although the cause of PN is uncertain, there are risk factors that can lead to the disease. The purpose of this study is to determine the prevalence of PND and its risk factors among women in Bihar. Material & Methods: A total of 170 women after delivery were included in the study. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire with Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) from mothers up to four months postpartum. Results: Prevalence of post-natal depression (PND) was 34%. PND showed significant association with primiparous women, husband’s occupation and unplanned pregnancy. Conclusion: A fairly high prevalence of postpartum depression was revealed among the females after delivery. Therefore, were commend screening of mothers after delivery to help early intervention and management along with psychosocial support.
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2021-12-28
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