Cohort study of depressed mood during pregnancy and after childbirth

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Authors

Jonathan Evans · University of Bristol

Jon Heron · University of Bristol

H. Francomb · North Bristol NHS Trust

S. Oke

Jean Golding · University of Bristol

Abstract

Symptoms of depression are not more common or severe after childbirth than during pregnancy. Research and clinical efforts need to be moved towards understanding, recognising, and treating antenatal depression.

Topics & Keywords

Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions Breastfeeding Practices and Influences

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMJ

Volume 323, Issue 7307, pp. 257-260

DOI: 10.1136/bmj.323.7307.257

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