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Postpartum depression
________: involves a more major depressive episode, typically about four or more weeks after delivery.
PPD can be harder to diagnose in
________ males.
Therapeutic intervention is considered
________effective treatment, and for many, potentially coupled with medication when indicated.
Emotional fluctuations are
________ common and expected, and may persist for several weeks.
Postpartum depression has numerous effects:
• Mother-infant interaction. • Risk of additional medical and psychological disorders. • Child(ren)’s physical health and cognitive development.
Support of the partner can help
lower the incidence of postpartum depression.
Male postpartum depression symptoms may include loss of
interest in sex or activities that used to bring them joy
Father’s postpartum reaction is likely improved if
he has taken childbirth classes and is an active participant in caring for the baby.
Dads, non-birthing mothers, or partners, and other helpers also need
support and connection.
PPD is treatable and temporary with
correct therapeutic intervention, education, med consult, support
Postpartum period is sometimes referred to as
fourth trimester for mother and baby
Involution
the process by which the uterus returns to its prepregnant size, five or six weeks after birth.
During the postpartum period, the mother is at increased risk of
infection and medical conditions including difficulty urinating, constipation, hemorrhoids, or other conditions.
Plan for PPD
Pre-empt issues and concerns; especially if known risks or prior history of mental illness
As many as 1 in 10 report
depressive symptoms
Non-gestational parents are at the mercy of
their healthcare provider
Non-gestational parents desire
social recognition
What is there a lack of for non-gestational parents?
support groups
Male postpartum depression symptoms may include feelings of
sadness, irritability, agitation, worthlessness and/or anger
Male postpartum depression symptoms may include engagement in
risky behaviors like abusing alcohol or drugs, gambling
Male postpartum depression symptoms may include distracting themselves with
work related tasks (overworking)
Physical symptoms of male postpartum depression may include
shortness of breath and heart palpitations
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