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🩺 Perinatal (antenatal) depression

Disease Overview

First Trimester

Mood disorder during pregnancy characterized by persistent sadness, anxiety, loss of interest

Causes

1 . Hormonal shifts
2 . stress
3 . past mental health history
4 . lack of support

Risk Factors

1 . Previous depression
2 . life stressors
3 . limited social support
4 . unplanned pregnancy
5 . relationship issues

Prevention

1 . Early monitoring
2 . Manage preexisting conditions
3 . Appropriate weight gain
4 . Treat underlying risk factors

Symptoms

1 . Depressed mood
2 . irritability
3 . guilt
4 . poor concentration
5 . changes in sleep/appetite
6 . loss of interest

Complications

Complications can arise during pregnancy and may affect both the mother and the baby.

Mother's Complications

Complications that may affect the mother during pregnancy.

1 . poor self-care
2 . increased substance use
3 . higher risk for preterm birth
4 . postpartum depression

Baby's Complications

Complications that may affect the baby during pregnancy.

1 . preterm birth
2 . low birth weight
3 . developmental delays
4 . emotional/behavioral issues

Treatment Options

Evidence-based approaches for management

Treatment Options

1 . psychotherapy (CBT, interpersonal therapy)
2 . social support
3 . stress management

Medical Treatment

1 . SSRIs/SNRIs when benefits outweigh risks
2 . careful monitoring

Nutritional Treatment

Videos

Educational videos about this condition and its management

Depression in pregnancy

Treating depression during pregnancy

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