| Keywords [eng] |
Postpartum depression, postpartum blues, postpartum psychosis, consulting, Cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, behavioural activation, EPDS, psychodynamic therapy, RCT, suicidal Risk factors, antidepressant medications, |
| Abstract [eng] |
Introduction Postpartum depression (PPD) is a severe global mental health disorder that can affect any new mother after giving birth. It is estimated that approximately 10% - 25% of the world's postpartum women are affected by PPD, and by expert opinion, it is assumed that 9% of new mothers in Lithuania are affected by PPD. The duration of PPD can be from 2 weeks after giving birth to up to 1 year, which is different from postpartum blues. The postpartum blue starts shortly after the birth and remains up to one week. Every woman has a different experience of PPD; some can be affected mildly, and the disorder does not significantly impact their life. But some are affected severely, as seen in their daily chores, impacting the mother-infant relationship. The inability to take care of the infant leads to the neglect of the infant and its longstanding impact on the child’s life. Many women feel it has also affected their relationships with their partners, friends, and family. In recent years we have seen the devastation of untreated PPD resulting from women's suicidal or inflicting harm to the infant or children, resulting in their demise. This thesis explores the various factors contributing to the development of PPD, its impact on new mothers, infant and their families and the importance of available interventions for prevention and treatment. |
