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Postpartum Depression
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
There is no prevention for postpartum depression. However, there are things a woman can do to minimize the problem. These include the following steps.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Untreated, postpartum depression interferes with bonding between mother and infant. Serious depression may be accompanied by:
What are the risks to others?
Depression is not contagious. However, a mother who is severely depressed may neglect or abuse her baby.