What is it about?
In this study we report on the prevalence of postpartum depression (PPD) in two Norwegian municipalities, and investigate whether mothers’ age and parity are related to the development of PPD. The mothers completed The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) at well-baby clinics six weeks after delivery.
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Why is it important?
It is of significance that primiparous mothers exhibited a higher prevalence of PPD compared to multiparous mothers, and that the highest prevalence was observed among the oldest mothers (36 years and over).
Perspectives
Postpartum depression is a significant public health issue worldwide. Interventionists must be aware of the increased risk of PPD among primiparous mothers, particularly older primiparous women.
Professor Lars Smith
University of Oslo
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This page is a summary of: Prevalence of postpartum depression in two municipalities in Norway, Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, March 2009, Wiley,
DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-6712.2008.00667.x.
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