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Postpartum Depression : Causes

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Causes could include:
  • No known cause

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Postpartum depression
Expected Mood Changes Women commonly have mood changes during pregnancy. They are caused by changes in hormone levels. Many mood changes are normal and even expected, since having a baby can lead to several lifestyle changes. Support from your fam...
Source:ADAM
Date:August 24, 2008
Postpartum Depression
As of 2001, experts cannot say what causes postpartum depression. Most likely, it is caused by many factors that vary from individual to individual. Mothers commonly experience some degree of depression during the first weeks after birth. Pregnanc...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Postpartum Depression
As of 2001, experts are not positive about the causes of PPD. It may be caused by factors that vary from person to person. Pregnancy and birth are accompanied by sudden hormonal shifts that can cause a range of emotions. Additionally, the 24-hour ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health
Postpartum depression
The cause of postpartum depression has been extensively studied. Alterations of hormone levels for prolactin, progesterone, estrogen, and cortisol are not significantly different from those of patients who do not suffer from postpartum depression....
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disorders
Postpartum Depression
Diagnosis of postpartum depression can be made through a clinical interview with the patient to assess symptoms.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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