Antidepressant prescriptions, discontinuation, depression and perinatal outcomes, including breastfeeding: A population cohort analysis.

Susan JordanGareth I DaviesDaniel S ThayerDavid TuckerIoan Humphreys

Published in: PloS one (2019)

Exposure to antidepressants or depression increased risks of exclusive formula feeding at 6-8 weeks, and prescription of antidepressants was associated with SGA <3rd centile. Prescription of antidepressants offers a useful marker to target additional support and additional care before and during pregnancy and lactation.

Keyphrases

major depressive disorder
bipolar disorder
depressive symptoms
human milk
sleep quality
healthcare
palliative care
preterm infants
pregnant women
type diabetes
pain management
physical activity
risk assessment
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
climate change
insulin resistance
data analysis