Marks Psychiatry

Postpartum depression hurts mom and the entire family.  Some epidemiologic studies have revealed that postpartum depression can have the following negative consequences:

• increases the chance of alcohol and illicit drug use in teenaged mothers
• adversely affects temperament and cognitive development in the infant
• increase the negative interactions with their toddlers and preschoolers

There are other negative consequences that impact other close relationships, such as the relationship with a spouse/significant other or friends.

In addition to seeking treatment from a health provider, support groups can be an invaluable resource. 

Postpartum Support International has many resources including local support groups.

Another resource is Depression After Delivery which is more of an information resource.

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