यौन स्वास्थ्य के सभी पहलुओं के लिए व्यापक जानकारी प्राप्त करें और अपने यौन कल्याण को सशक्त बनाने के लिए संसाधन और मार्गदर्शन खोजें।
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Childbirth exhausts and challenges mothers. Pregnancy subjects women to significant hormonal, physical, emotional, and psychological changes. Surprisingly, it can even lead to depression. Approximately one in seven women may experience postpartum depression (PPD).
After childbirth, most new moms undergo postpartum “baby blues,” characterized by mood swings, crying spells, anxiety, and difficulty sleeping. Although women experiencing baby blues typically recover quickly, PPD tends to linger and significantly impairs women’s ability to resume normal functioning.
विषयसूची
विषयसूचीA history of depression and anxiety, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), a negative attitude towards the baby, reluctance regarding the baby’s gender, and a history of sexual abuse consistently contribute to the development of PPD.
A risky pregnancy, involving emergency cesarean sections and hospitalizations during pregnancy, increases the likelihood of PPD. Factors such as meconium passage, umbilical cord prolapse, preterm or low birth weight infants, and low hemoglobin levels are linked to PPD.
A lack of social support can cause PPD. Spousal sexual, physical, and verbal abuse constitute domestic violence and can also contribute to the development of the condition. Smoking during pregnancy increases the risk of developing PPD.
Eating habits, sleep patterns, physical activities, and exercise can impact PPD. The sleep cycle is a factor influencing depression risk, with decreased sleep correlating with PPD. Physical activity and exercise reduce depressive symptoms and lower self-esteem associated with depression. Exercise boosts endogenous endorphins and opioids, leading to positive mental health effects
PPD is diagnosed when someone experiences at least five depressive symptoms for a minimum of 2 weeks.
In the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), it’s considered as part of a major depressive episode with onset during pregnancy or within 4 weeks after delivery.
These symptoms include:
To receive a diagnosis, should be present almost daily and represent a change from normal functioning. Also, either depression or loss of interest must be among the symptoms.
These symptoms are not caused by substance use or another medical condition. Additionally, there’s no history of a psychotic disorder or manic or hypomanic episode.
Screening for PPD can happen 2 to 6 months after giving birth.
There are various screening tools available, with one of the most common being the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS). It’s a simple 10-question survey that patients fill out, taking only a few minutes. A score of 13 or higher on the EPDS suggests a risk of PPD.
PPD impacts the mother, father, and infant.
If left untreated, it can lead to long-term depression. Even with treatment, PPD can increase the risk of future episodes of major depression.
Witnessing a partner going through PPD can be stressful and may lead to depression in the father as well.
Having a mother with untreated depression can cause behavioral and emotional issues. Common problems include delays in language development, trouble sleeping and eating, excessive crying, and a higher risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
PPD is often treated with therapy, medication, or a combination of both.
It involves talking to a mental health professional, like a psychiatrist or psychologist, to work through your feelings, solve problems, and learn better ways to cope. Examples of therapy include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapy. Sometimes, family or relationship therapy can also be helpful.
Medication, such as antidepressants, may be recommended by your healthcare provider. If you’re breastfeeding, your provider will consider the potential effects on your baby, but most antidepressants can be used with minimal risk. Occasionally, other medications, like anti-anxiety drugs, might be added to address specific symptoms like severe anxiety or insomnia.
Baby blues typically happen 2 to 5 days after giving birth and usually go away within 10 to 14 days. During this time, women may feel sad, anxious, irritable, and have trouble sleeping and eating. They might also feel confused and exhausted. However, baby blues usually don’t interfere with taking care of the baby or other daily activities.
Perinatal depression means feeling depressed during pregnancy or after giving birth. We use “perinatal” because depression related to having a baby can start during pregnancy. PPD, on the other hand, specifically means feeling depressed after giving birth.
Postpartum psychosis is a serious psychiatric emergency that can lead to thoughts of suicide or harming the baby. Women experiencing it might see or hear things that aren’t there, have trouble sleeping for many nights, feel restless, act strangely, or believe things that aren’t true. It comes on suddenly, within the first few days or weeks after giving birth, and needs urgent medical attention.
The birth of a baby can bring a range of emotions, including depression. Most new moms experience “baby blues,” with mood swings, anxiety, and sleep issues within days of delivery, lasting up to two weeks. Some face a more severe form called postpartum depression, which can start during pregnancy and continue after childbirth. In rare cases, postpartum psychosis may occur. Prompt treatment for PPD can help manage symptoms and strengthen the bond with the baby.
संदर्भ
एमबीबीएस और एमडी डिग्री वाली मेडिकल डॉक्टर डॉ. निष्ठा पोषण और कल्याण के प्रति गहरी रुचि रखती हैं। शारीरिक और मानसिक स्वास्थ्य के साथ महत्वपूर्ण संघर्षों से भरी उनकी व्यक्तिगत यात्रा ने उन्हें अनगिनत व्यक्तियों के सामने आने वाली चुनौतियों के प्रति एक अद्वितीय सहानुभूति और अंतर्दृष्टि प्रदान की है। अपने स्वयं के अनुभवों से प्रेरित होकर, वह व्यावहारिक, साक्ष्य-समर्थित मार्गदर्शन प्रदान करने के लिए अपनी पृष्ठभूमि का लाभ उठाती है, जिससे दूसरों को समग्र कल्याण प्राप्त करने के रास्ते पर सशक्त बनाया जा सके। डॉ. निष्ठा वास्तव में मन और शरीर के अंतर्संबंध में विश्वास करती हैं। वह जीवन में संतुलन और खुशी प्राप्त करने की दिशा में एक महत्वपूर्ण कदम के रूप में इस संबंध को समझने के महत्व पर जोर देती है।