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Defining The Problem
Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that occurs usually within six weeks of delivery but can last up to one year. It is a illness that is expressed through a varity of physical and emotional changes.
There are three types of postpartum depression:
- baby blues
- postpartum depression
- postpartum psychosis
According to Pacific Post Partum Support Society, an estimated 1 out of 6 women experiences post partum depression.
Created by: Linda J. Wright and Satwant M. Grewal
Kwantlen University College Nursing Students
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