Prevalence and predictors of postpartum depression in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: A cross sectional study.

Raneem Seif Al NasrKareemah AltharwiMaria Seraj DerbahSalma Omar GhariboSamah Abdulsallam FallatahSara Ghallab AlotaibiKhattam Alhumidi AlmutairiSyed Mohammed Basheeruddin Asdaq

Published in: PloS one (2020)

The prevalence of PPD among the study participants was high, especially those with recent stressful life event and unsupportive spouse. To promote health and wellbeing of mothers, it was recommended to screen all high-risk mothers for PPD, when they visit hospitals for postnatal follow ups. Prevention of PPD is not only essential for wellbeing of mothers but it is important to provide good conducive atmosphere for the new born.

Keyphrases

saudi arabia
risk factors
healthcare
public health
preterm infants
mental health
high throughput
depressive symptoms
physical activity
health information
social media
health promotion