Study Title
A Comprehensive Review of Motherhood and Mental Health: Postpartum Mood Disorders in Focus
Principal Investigator
Anushree Modak, Vaishnavi Ronghe, Kavita P. Gomase, Manjusha G. Mahakalkar, Vaishali Taksande
Affiliation
Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Srimati Radhikabai Meghe Memorial College of Nursing, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research, Wardha, India
Start Date
Not specified
End Date
Not specified
Study Objective
To provide an in-depth understanding of postpartum mood disorders (PPD, anxiety, psychosis), focusing on their definitions, prevalence, impact on mothers and families, and the importance of timely intervention.
Short Abstract
This review explores postpartum mood disorders such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis, examining their causes, prevalence, and effects on mothers and families. It emphasizes the need for early diagnosis, the use of screening tools, and effective treatments, including psychotherapy and pharmacological options. The review also discusses the societal and cultural influences on the stigma surrounding maternal mental health.
Study Design
Systematic review
Population
Mothers experiencing postpartum mood disorders
Sample Size
Not applicable
Inclusion Criteria
Studies on postpartum mood disorders, including PPD, anxiety, and psychosis
Exclusion Criteria
Non-relevant studies, studies on non-pregnant individuals
Intervention/Exposure
Psychotherapy, pharmacological interventions, preventive measures, screening tools
Outcome Measures
Prevalence, impact on maternal well-being, family dynamics, effectiveness of interventions
Funding Source
Not specified
Collaborating Institutions
Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research, Wardha, India
Ethics Approval
Not specified
Publication Status
Published in Cureus (2023)
Keywords
Postpartum mood disorders, depression, anxiety, psychosis, maternal mental health, stigma reduction, intervention strategies
Data Collection Methods
Systematic review of relevant literature
Primary Data Availability
Not applicable
Contact Information
Anushree Modak: