The relationship between earthquake-induced post-traumatic stress disorder and breastfeeding attitude and behavior.
Erdoğan ÖzOsman KucukkelepceOsman KurtYaşar KapıcıPublished in: BMC psychiatry (2024)
The study demonstrated that breastfeeding may protect mothers against PTSD in the aftermath of earthquakes, emphasizing the importance of breastfeeding education. The higher frequency and severity of PTSD observed among earthquake survivor mothers residing in tents underscores the importance of promptly transitioning to permanent housing after the earthquake.