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Update Date: 2009/06/25 21:01
The horrific infanticide case in Banqiao has brought attention to the issue of postpartum depression. In fact, "postpartum depression" is caused by hormonal changes or the stress of caring for a child. Of course, another contributing factor is the mother's worry about changes in her figure, which can lead to depression. About half of new mothers experience depressive symptoms. Mild cases can improve with family support, but severe cases may result in irreversible tragedies.
The joy of welcoming a newborn and becoming a mother for the first time often takes a dark turn after childbirth, with some mothers sinking into such deep despair that they harm their own children or themselves. Doctors point out that over 50% of mothers experience emotional lows after giving birth. Medically, postpartum depression ranges from mild to severe, starting with "postpartum blues," characterized by mood swings, insomnia, or crying. More severe cases resemble general depression, known as "postpartum depression," while the most extreme form is "postpartum psychosis." By the stage of "postpartum depression," treatment becomes necessary.
Some hospitals, concerned that mothers may be reluctant to seek help, arrange for psychiatrists to conduct consultations in gynecology departments to eliminate the psychological barriers to seeking treatment. Even American "pretty baby" Brooke Shields has spoken out as a survivor, publicly advocating for greater awareness of postpartum depression to prevent recurring tragedies.
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Postpartum Depression: Half of New Mothers Affected
The horrific infanticide case in Banqiao has brought attention to the issue of postpartum depression. In fact, "postpartum depression" is caused by hormonal changes or the stress of caring for a child. Of course, another contributing factor is the mother's worry about changes in her figure, which can lead to depression. About half of new mothers experience depressive symptoms. Mild cases can improve with family support, but severe cases may result in irreversible tragedies.
The joy of welcoming a newborn and becoming a mother for the first time often takes a dark turn after childbirth, with some mothers sinking into such deep despair that they harm their own children or themselves. Doctors point out that over 50% of mothers experience emotional lows after giving birth. Medically, postpartum depression ranges from mild to severe, starting with "postpartum blues," characterized by mood swings, insomnia, or crying. More severe cases resemble general depression, known as "postpartum depression," while the most extreme form is "postpartum psychosis." By the stage of "postpartum depression," treatment becomes necessary.
Some hospitals, concerned that mothers may be reluctant to seek help, arrange for psychiatrists to conduct consultations in gynecology departments to eliminate the psychological barriers to seeking treatment. Even American "pretty baby" Brooke Shields has spoken out as a survivor, publicly advocating for greater awareness of postpartum depression to prevent recurring tragedies.
Source: http:/ / tw. news. yahoo. com/ art……url/ d/ a/ 090625/ 11/ 1lxd3. html