The Symptoms of Postpartum Depression in Fathers in the City of Elbasan

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 15
Author(s):  
Jonida Mustafaraj ◽  
Orgesa Macaj
Keyword(s):  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Beck Depression Inventory ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Sample Selection ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
The Past ◽  
The City ◽  
Average Educational Level

This study makes an exploration of Postpartum Depression symptoms of fathers in the city of Elbasan. The aim of this study is the recognition of the existence of Postpartum Depression in fathers identifying them in the picture of the symptoms. The study sample consisted of 40 fathers who had a maximum of a year that became parents, with a stable job and the average educational level of formation. Sample selection was carried out in public kindergartens number 1 (one) and 2 (two) in the city of Elbasan. For the methodology of this study are used quantitative methods. The collection of data for this study was conducted in a period of about four months, during the months of February, March, April, May, 2015. The instruments used in this study are the Beck Depression Inventory, Postpartum Depression Scale Edingurgh. Beck Depression Inventory and Edingurgh rate were used as tools because both measure Postpartum Depression Depression and that has the same picture symptoms episode of major depression with the only change the time of development. Instruments that are used to obtain the data necessary to test hypotheses raised in this study were initially piloted before applying them in the final stage. Results of this study showed that 85% of fathers taken in the study showed symptoms of postpartum depression as dissatisfaction with the activities, criticism of themselves, concern / irritability, changes in sleep, lack of interest in people / activities, lack of energy, fatigue, hesitancy in decision making, feelings of guilt, difficulty concentrating, pessimism, frustration, failures of the past, sorrow. The study suggests that measures should be taken for public awareness of the symptoms of postpartum depression are present and in fathers and the Postpartum Depression is not attributed only to women.

The Symptoms of Postpartum Depression in Fathers in the City of Elbasan

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 15
Author(s):  
Jonida Mustafaraj ◽  
Orgesa Macaj
Keyword(s):  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Beck Depression Inventory ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Sample Selection ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
The Past ◽  
The City ◽  
Average Educational Level

This study makes an exploration of Postpartum Depression symptoms of fathers in the city of Elbasan. The aim of this study is the recognition of the existence of Postpartum Depression in fathers identifying them in the picture of the symptoms. The study sample consisted of 40 fathers who had a maximum of a year that became parents, with a stable job and the average educational level of formation. Sample selection was carried out in public kindergartens number 1 (one) and 2 (two) in the city of Elbasan. For the methodology of this study are used quantitative methods. The collection of data for this study was conducted in a period of about four months, during the months of February, March, April, May, 2015. The instruments used in this study are the Beck Depression Inventory, Postpartum Depression Scale Edingurgh. Beck Depression Inventory and Edingurgh rate were used as tools because both measure Postpartum Depression Depression and that has the same picture symptoms episode of major depression with the only change the time of development. Instruments that are used to obtain the data necessary to test hypotheses raised in this study were initially piloted before applying them in the final stage. Results of this study showed that 85% of fathers taken in the study showed symptoms of postpartum depression as dissatisfaction with the activities, criticism of themselves, concern / irritability, changes in sleep, lack of interest in people / activities, lack of energy, fatigue, hesitancy in decision making, feelings of guilt, difficulty concentrating, pessimism, frustration, failures of the past, sorrow. The study suggests that measures should be taken for public awareness of the symptoms of postpartum depression are present and in fathers and the Postpartum Depression is not attributed only to women.

scholarly journals Postpartum depression symptoms in survey-based research: a structural equation analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Che Wan Jasimah Bt Wan Mohamed Radzi ◽  
Hashem Salarzadeh Jenatabadi ◽  
Nadia Samsudin
Keyword(s):  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Latent Variable ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Postpartum Women ◽  
Unhealthy Food ◽  
High Level

Abstract Background Since the last decade, postpartum depression (PPD) has been recognized as a significant public health problem, and several factors have been linked to PPD. Mothers at risk are rarely undetected and underdiagnosed. Our study aims to determine the factors leading to symptoms of depression using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis. In this research, we introduced a new framework for postpartum depression modeling for women. Methods We structured the model of this research to take into consideration the Malaysian culture in particular. A total of 387 postpartum women have completed the questionnaire. The symptoms of postpartum depression were examined using the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), and they act as a dependent variable in this research model. Results Four hundred fifty mothers were invited to participate in this research. 86% of the total distributed questionnaire received feedback. The majority of 79.6% of respondents were having depression symptoms. The highest coefficients of factor loading analysis obtained in every latent variable indicator were income (β = 0.77), screen time (β = 0.83), chips (β = 0.85), and anxiety (β = 0.88). Lifestyle, unhealthy food, and BMI variables were directly affected by the dependent variable. Based on the output, respondents with a high level of depression symptoms tended to consume more unhealthy food and had a high level of body mass indexes (BMI). The highest significant impact on depression level among postpartum women was unhealthy food consumption. Based on our model, the findings indicated that 76% of the variances stemmed from a variety of factors: socio-demographics, lifestyle, healthy food, unhealthy food, and BMI. The strength of the exogenous and endogenous variables in this research framework is strong. Conclusion The prevalence of postpartum women with depression symptoms in this study is considerably high. It is, therefore, imperative that postpartum women seek medical help to prevent postpartum depressive symptoms from worsening.

scholarly journals the differences of intrapartum types to the risk of postpartum depression on primiparous mother in public hospital of yogyakarta municipality

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 107
Author(s):  
Chici Riansih ◽  
Sri Nabawiyati nurul Makiyah ◽  
Farida Kartini
Keyword(s):  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Public Hospital ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Observational Research ◽  
Sectio Caesarea ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
P Value ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Vacuum Extraction ◽  
Postpartum Mothers

Postpartum depression is one of serious problems that women experience after giving birth. Depression symptoms found in postpartum mothers include sadness, anxiety, crying, temperament, lack of appetite, insomnia, and inattentive to the baby. It is a part of the symptoms of maternal psychological disorders that lead to the postpartum depression. This study used quantitative research with analytic observational research design. The population of primiparous postpartum mothers is 60 people consisting of 20 postpartum mothers of Sectio Caesarea, 20 spontaneous postpartum mothers, and 20 vacuum extraction postpartum mothers in the Public Hospital of Yogyakarta Municipality. The sampling teachnique used consecutive sampling. The study utilized Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) questionnaire. Bivariate analysis used ANOVA statistical test followed by post hoc test and Chi-Square test with 95% of confidence level. The results of the analysis show Respondents data who were at risk of postpartum depression in Sectio Caesarea intrapartum (16 or 80%) compared to vacuum extraction intrapartum (5 or 13%) and spontaneous intrapartum (7 or 35%). There was a difference on the type of Sectio Caesarea intrapartum with spontaneous intrapartum and vacuum extraction with the risk of postpartum depression of p-value = 0.001 (p <0.05). The difference of the risk was significant on the type of Sectio Caesarea intrapartum when compared with vacuum extraction and spontaneous intrapartum, while between vacuum extraction and spontaneous intrapartum was not significantly different. The conclusion of this study is that there are differences in the type of Sectio Caesarea intrapartum with spontaneous intrapartum and vacuum extraction on the risk of postpartum depression among primiparous mothers in Public Hospital of Yogyakarta Municipality.

scholarly journals The need for additional mental health support for women in the postpartum period in the times of epidemic crisis

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Magdalena Chrzan-Dętkoś ◽  
Tamara Walczak-Kozłowska ◽  
Małgorzata Lipowska
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Postpartum Period ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
Epidemic Period ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Mental Health Support ◽  
The Times

Abstract Background This retrospective study aimed to identify possible intensification of mental health difficulties among women seeking support in the postpartum period during the epidemic state in Poland. We assumed that the epidemic crisis, social isolation, and restrictions in hospitals which affect pregnant and postpartum women - lack of family labors, lack of the possibility to be with the newborn when he/she is hospitalized, may increase fear and reduce psychosocial resources of women, hinder their normal process of transition to motherhood and thus contribute to the intensified severity of depressive symptoms. Methods The study participants were women seeking support at the on-line platform of the project ‘Next Stop: Mum’, which is a part of the postpartum depression prevention’s program implemented by the Ministry of Health in Poland, and enables remote self-screening for the severity of the postpartum depression symptoms with the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale developed by Cox and collaborators. The analyzed data in this study were obtained from 139 women: 61 filled forms from October 1 - November 10, 2019 (non-epidemic period), and 78 filled forms from February 20–March 30 (beginning of the COVID-19 epidemic), 2020. Results A statistically significant difference in the severity of postpartum depression symptoms were observed among women making a self-assessment with EPDS scale at the beginning of the COVID-19 epidemic in Poland (M = 15.71; SD = 6.23), compared to the pre-epidemic neutral period (M = 13.56; SD = 6.46). Conclusions The results of this study indicate that the epidemic crisis may be associated with an increased need for additional caution and support of women’s mental health in the postpartum period. We believe that recommendations for medical staff, policy, and families of women struggling with postpartum depression symptoms during crisis should be widespread as the second wave of COVID-19 disease may develop in the autumn-winter 2020 and spring 2021.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Depression, Anxiety, and Perceived Stress in Postpartum Mexican Women during the COVID-19 Lockdown

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (9) ◽  
pp. 4627
Author(s):  
Blanca Vianey Suárez-Rico ◽  
Guadalupe Estrada-Gutierrez ◽  
Maribel Sánchez-Martínez ◽  
Otilia Perichart-Perera ◽  
Carolina Rodríguez-Hernández ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Trait Anxiety ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Mexican Women ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prevalence Of Depression

The COVID-19 lockdown represents a new challenge for mental health researchers and clinical practitioners. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and perceived stress in postpartum Mexican women. The study included 293, 4–12-week postpartum women over the age of 18. The Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS), Trait-State Trait Anxiety Inventory (T-STAI), and Ten Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10), which are all questionnaires validated for the Mexican population, were applied using a web-based online survey. Prevalence and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated. The mean ± standard deviation (SD) of the maternal age was 29.9 ± 6.3 years; the EPDS score: 11 ± 6, T-STAI score: 41.7 ± 12.3, and PSS-10 score: 17.1 ± 7. The prevalence (95% CI) of the postpartum depression symptoms was 39.2% (34–45%), trait anxiety symptoms were found among 46.1% (32–43%) of the participants, and moderate and high perceived stress were in 58% (52–64) and 10.9% (7.8–15) of the participants, respectively. The prevalence of depressive symptoms, generalized anxiety, and perceived stress was higher among postpartum Mexican women during the COVID-19 outbreak than before the lockdown. Our findings highlight the importance of monitoring perinatal mental health during pandemics and the need to design effective psychologic interventions for these patients.

scholarly journals Effects of Breastfeeding on Stress Measured by Saliva Cortisol Level and Perceived Stress

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 128-138
Author(s):  
Kiyoko Mizuhata ◽  
Hatsumi Taniguchi ◽  
Naoko Hikita ◽  
Mieko Shimada ◽  
Seiichi Morokuma
Keyword(s):  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Perceived Stress ◽  
Salivary Cortisol ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Mixed Feeding ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Feeding Methods ◽  
Cortisol Levels

Purpose: The effects of breastfeeding on postpartum depression symptoms and stress using physiological measures require investigation. Background: Breastfeeding suppresses the secretion of cortisol. Oxytocin levels correlate negatively with symptoms of postpartum depression. Aim: To investigate the effects of breastfeeding on stress and postpartum depression. Methods: We examined 79 breastfeeding women using the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, the Perceived Stress Scale-10, and the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale, and measured the salivary cortisol levels before and after breastfeeding. Findings: There was a negative correlation between the duration of suckling and changes in salivary cortisol levels following breastfeeding (rs = −0.333, p < 0.05). Salivary cortisol levels immediately following breastfeeding were significantly lower compared to mothers who used mixed feeding methods (p < 0.001). Breastfeeding mothers had lower perceived stress than mothers using mixed feeding methods (β = −0.260, p < 0.05). There was no association between breastfeeding and postpartum depression; however, there was an association between postpartum depression and perceived stress (β = 0.622, p < 0.001). Conclusion: Salivary cortisol levels significantly decreased following breastfeeding, with longer suckling times correlating with lower cortisol levels. Breastfeeding reduced stress and increased breastfeeding self-efficacy.

scholarly journals Domestic Violence as a Risk Factor for Postpartum Depression Among Ethiopian Women: Facility Based Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 109-119 ◽  
Author(s):  
Addishiwet Fantahun Adamu ◽  
Yohannes Mehretie Adinew
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Depressive Disorders ◽  
Addis Ababa ◽  
Significant Proportion ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Health Centers ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Cross Sectional

Background:Mental illness in women leads to an increased maternal morbidity and mortality. Postpartum depression accommodates various groups of depressive disorders and syndromes that occur within the first immediate year after delivery. Thus, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of postpartum depression symptoms and correlates among mothers attending public health centers of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.Methods:Facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted on 618 women in their postpartum period. Simple random sampling technique was used to select three out of ten sub cities in Addis Ababa. Then, nine health centers were selected by lottery method from the three sub-cities. The number of women included from each health center was determined by proportional allocation. Study participants were enrolled by systematic random sampling. The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale was used at a cutoff point>13 to detect depression. Descriptive statistics were done. The bivariate and multivariate analysis was also carried out to identify predictors of postpartum depression.Results:Significant proportion 144 (23.3%) of the women had the symptom of postpartum depression. Respondents who were the victims of domestic violence [AOR 3.1; 95% CI: 1.6-5.9], reported to have diagnosed with postpartum depression [AOR 4.41; 95% CI: 2.4-8.3], and dissatisfied with their marriage [AOR 2.9; 95% CI: 1.5-5.6] had higher odds of reporting postpartum depression symptoms.Conclusion:Postpartum depression is a common mental health problem during the postnatal period. Domestic violence was positively and significantly associated with the symptom of postpartum depression. Maternity services shall consider a sector that provides health care for women who encounter violence and develop symptoms of postpartum depression.

scholarly journals Assessment of the risk of postpartum depression and the support expected and received by women within a year of giving birth

2021 ◽  
Vol 131 (1) ◽  
pp. 62-66
Author(s):  
Edyta Gałęziowska ◽  
Karolina Kicińska ◽  
Zdzisława Szadowska-Szlachetka ◽  
Renata Domżał-Drzewicka
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Postnatal Depression ◽  
Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
First Year ◽  
The Social ◽  
Baby Blues ◽  
Post Natal Depression

Abstract Introduction. Postpartum depression (post-natal depression, pure postpartum depression, PPD) is one of three types of post-natal mood disorders. The degree (severity) of this disorder may be defined as moderate or severe. A milder form of depression is postpartum sadness (baby blues), while the untreated depression can develop into a very severe form of depression called postpartum psychosis Aim. The aim of the work was to analyse the incidence and severity of postpartum depression symptoms in women in the first year after giving birth, evaluated by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, and the social support received and expected by them. Material and methods. This paper presents the severity of depressive symptoms in 150 women measured by the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale in the first year after their giving birth as well as the support received by them and the demand for it. Results. More than half of the women filling in the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale achieved a result indicating a high risk of postpartum depression (more than 12 points). The severity of postpartum depression symptoms depended on the place of residence of women, was related to attendance antenatal classes, breastfeeding and the support received. Conclusions. It would be advisable to initially assess the risk of postpartum depression in women immediately after childbirth and the social support available to them.

scholarly journals Factors Affecting Breastfeeding Outcomes at Six Months in Preterm Infants

2018 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 80-89 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ying Wang ◽  
Carrie-Ellen Briere ◽  
Wanli Xu ◽  
Xiaomei Cong
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Preterm Infants ◽  
Exclusive Breastfeeding ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Breastfeeding Duration ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Very Preterm Infants

Background: Preterm mother-infant dyads often face many obstacles to breastfeeding. Preterm infants are at highest risk for low rates of exclusive breastfeeding. Research Aim: To determine the prevalence of breastfeeding at 6 months among preterm infants and to identify factors that influenced mothers’ breastfeeding practices. Methods: A longitudinal observational study was conducted in a metropolitan hospital in Beijing, China. Mothers ( N = 270) and their preterm infants ( N = 280) were included in the study. Characteristics of preterm mothers and their perceptions of breastfeeding self-efficacy, knowledge, social support, and postpartum depression symptoms were measured at the discharge of neonatal intensive care. Breastfeeding data were collected by phone interview at 6 months corrected age. Results: At discharge, mothers of very preterm infants perceived a lower level of breastfeeding self-efficacy (measured with the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale–Short Form) and had a higher level of depression symptoms (measured with the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale [EPDS]) than mothers of moderate and late preterm infants ( p < .05-.01). Nearly half of all mothers had an elevated EPDS score, considered to be symptomatic of postpartum depression. At 6 months, only 22.5% of all infants were exclusively breastfeeding. Factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding, including younger maternal age, previous breastfeeding experience, shorter mother-infant separation time during intensive care, older infant gestational age, and a higher level of breastfeeding self-efficacy, significantly predicted exclusive breastfeeding practice ( p < .05-.001). Conclusion: The prevalence of breastfeeding at 6 months for preterm infants in this sample was low. Strategies to improve breastfeeding duration for preterm infants are needed, including support and education of mothers while in the hospital.

scholarly journals Determinants of Postpartum Depression In Rural Area, Central Java, Indonesia

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-57
Author(s):  
Estiningtyas ◽  
Anindhita Yudha Cahyaningtyas
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Family Support ◽  
Rural Area ◽  
Maternal Mental Health ◽  
Depression Scale ◽  
Depression Symptoms ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Central Java ◽  
Husband Support

Postpartum Depression (PPD) is a severe complication of labour result in an adverse effect on maternal and neonatal health. Nevertheless, the factors associated with postpartum depression are very rarely examined during postpartum care. This study aimed to discover the determinants of postpartum depression among mothers in a rural area, Central Java, Indonesia. The design of the study was observational analytic with a cross-sectional approach. The setting of the study was in Sukoharjo Regency. Participants of the study were 160 mothers, ages 20-35 years old, during 0-8 weeks of postpartum that were taken using a purposive sampling technique. The participants were given two questionnaires: (1) questionnaire on the socio-demographic; and (2) the Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale (EPDS) questionnaire. The questionnaires were distributed to mothers’ at their houses by the interviewers. The result findings shows that the determinants of postpartum depression are occupations (p=0.012), husband support (p=0.010), family support (p=0.027), social support (p=0.025), pregnancy planning (p=0.025), monthly income (p=0.021). PPD is not associated with age (p=0.417), parity (p=0.977), and level of education (p=0.892). Key conclusion: maternal mental health services need to be addressed in the management of the risk factors to prevent the occurrence of postpartum depression.     Keywords: husband support, family support, social support, postpartum depression symptoms

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