Postnatal depression refers to a condition experienced by some new mothers, where they feel sad, anxious, or overwhelmed after giving birth to a baby. It can make it difficult for them to take care of themselves and their baby. Full definition
Screening and treatment Depression screening typically involves questionnaires, such as the Patient Health Questionnaire, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, the Geriatric Depression Scale in older adults, and the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale in postpartum and pregnant women. (scientificamerican.com)
Validation of the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale for men, and comparison of item endorsement with their partners (link.springer.com)
Conclusions: A high prevalence of postnatal depression of 28.6 % was reported, which may be associated with overall high levels of social disadvantage in this sample. (cambridge.org)