"Passing through difficult times": Perceptions of perinatal depression and treatment needs in Malawi - A qualitative study to inform the development of a culturally sensitive intervention.
Mwawi Ng'omaSamantha Meltzer-BrodyEllen ChirwaRobert C StewartPublished in: PloS one (2019)
The results of this study support plans to develop a family focused intervention for perinatal depression in Malawi addressing relationship, psychosocial and economic issues. It also highlights the importance of strengthening the health delivery system especially at primary care level where the majority of women access care in Malawi and across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Keyphrases
- primary care
- healthcare
- randomized controlled trial
- depressive symptoms
- mental health
- pregnant women
- public health
- palliative care
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- pregnancy outcomes
- health information
- quality improvement
- health insurance
- pain management
- metabolic syndrome
- physical activity
- skeletal muscle
- social media
- health promotion
- affordable care act