Baby Blues, Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Psychosis
Date Submitted: 09/10/2006 00:00:59
Category: / Social Sciences / Psychology
Length: 4 pages (1156 words)
Category: / Social Sciences / Psychology
Length: 4 pages (1156 words)
Abstract
<Tab/>Baby Blues, Postpartum Depression and Postpartum Psychosis are all related to being a new mother; however they are three very different types of depression. Baby Blues affect about eighty percent of new mothers; they are temporary lasting about a week and are considered a normal part of early motherhood. Postpartum Depression lasts longer and is more intense than the blues. Postpartum Psychosis is the most severe form of Postpartum …
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