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Definition

Postpartum depression is moderate to severe depression in a woman after she has given birth. It may occur soon after delivery or up to a year later. Most of the time, it occurs within the first 4 weeks after delivery.

Symptoms

Most of the symptoms are the same as in major depression.

In addition to depressed mood, you may have the following symptoms nearly every day:

  • Agitation and irritability
  • Decreased appetite
  • Difficulty concentrating or thinking
  • Feelings of worthlessness or guilt
  • Feeling withdrawn, socially isolated, or unconnected
  • Lack of pleasure in all or most activities
  • Loss of energy experienced
  • Negative feelings toward the baby
  • Thoughts of death or suicide
  • Trouble sleeping
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