Major depressive disorder (MDD) that recurs or has its onset in the postpartum period
May also occur in mothers adopting a baby or in fathers
Postpartum depression (PPD) is similar to ...
Increased/decreased sleep
Decreased interest in formerly compelling or pleasurable activities
Guilt, low self-esteem
Decreased energy
Decreased concentration
Increased/decreased appetite
Ps...
Outpatient individual psychotherapy in combination with pharmacotherapy
Interpersonal psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy
Strongly consider pharmacotherapy when symp...
Collaborative care approach, including primary care visits and case manager follow-ups
Consultation with the infant’s doctor, particularly if the...
Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale: https://pesnc.org/wp-content/uploads/EPDS.pdf
Gjerdingen D, Katon W, Rich DE. Stepped care treatment of postpartum depression: a primary care-ba...
F53 Puerperal psychosis
O90.6 Postpartum mood disturbance
648.44 Mental disorders of mother, postpartum condition or complication
648.42 Mental disorders of mother, delivered, with mention...
PPD is a common, debilitating medical condition that impairs a mother’s ability to function and interact with her infant and family.
Universal screening for depression is recommended du...
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