Essays on Postpartum Depression

Depression is a completely unexpected result in women who birth a child. Besides many other emotions that are completely normal such as joy, fulfillment, and pride, depression is especially powerful because of its inappropriate nature. The fear and anxiety just do not make sense to…

Jeanne Johnson, a new mother, told an interviewer of her newborn, “I pictured myself leaning over the bridge and letting her fall and burst like a watermelon. I was actively thinking of ways to harm her” (Belluck). In psychology this is what is known as…

Introduction Post-partum depression refers to a mental disorder that presents itself to new mothers about four weeks after delivery. The psychological disorder is marked by feeling of ennui a dark, morbid sense of humor and lack of a motivation to perform tasks they would otherwise…

Abstract Gender is a critical determinant of mental health. Biologically, physiologically and psychologically women and men differ that make women respond differently to stressors. Women are at a higher risk of depression, anxiety and psychological distress due to the socio cultural factors that are rooted…

The Causes of Postpartum Depression The mother of three, Tanzeela Niazi heard the good news of expecting a baby after three years of her marriage. She was on the cloud nine. She prepared herself for the big responsibility as she was just 19 years old…

What Is Postpartum Depression? Depression is a mental illness effecting behavior as well as thinking and function. It can happen at any time during life and to any one regardless of age, upbringing, sex, race, or spirituality. Postpartum depression is depression that occurs after a…

What is Postpartum Depression? This is a complicated mixture of things that occur in a woman body which are physical, emotion and behavioral, and usually takes place between four to six weeks after giving birth. The encouraging news is that it is treatable. Risks Before…

Postpartum depression or postnatal depression is a widespread problem occuring in the mother, but also affecting father and child. Introduction Postpartum depression is one of the most common problems occur in the women after giving birth to their offspring. A study has shown that in…