Postnatal Depression Facts & Myths

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Do you know the difference between fact and myth of postnatal depression?

Questions and Answers

1.

Postnatal depression is a permanent illness
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Postnatal depression is temporary and can be treated successfully, people can fully recover from it with the right treatment

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2.

Men can suffer a form of postnatal depression
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
While it is not hormone related for men, other factors such as change in lifestyle, worries about responsibility and sleep deprivation can contribute to a form of postnatal depression

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3.

Medication is the only form of treatment
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Treatment can include counselling, more excercise, healthier eating etc.

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4.

Hormone levels are the sole cause of postnatal depression
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
There is no exact cause of postnatal depression, there are many contributing factors

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5.

Untreated postnatal depression can affect the relationship between mother and child
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
If postnatal depression is left untreated, it can get worse and can affect the relationship with the baby and relationships with others

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6.

Signs of postnatal depression can occur during pregnancy
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Sometimes a mother can become depressed during pregnancy, treatment should be sought for this as soon as it is suspected

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7.

The baby blues and postnatal depression is the same thing
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The baby blues is short lived, postnatal depression is most prevalent 4 to 6 months after childbirth and must be treated

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8.

Friends and family usually notice postnatal depression before the mum
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
It is usually a case that the Mum does not recognise the symptoms of postnatal depression whereas friends and family will notice a change

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9.

The symptoms of postnatal depression are the same for everyone
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The symptoms are wide and varied and depend upon the circumstances and situation the Mum finds herself in. For some, anxiety could be the main factor whereas others maybe severely depressed.

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10.

Counselling is the preferred treatment of postnatal depression
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Mums tend to opt for counselling and psychotherapy instead of medication, although medication may be essential in some cases

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Postnatal Depression Facts & Myths

Postnatal depression is a permanent illness

Men can suffer a form of postnatal depression

Medication is the only form of treatment

Hormone levels are the sole cause of postnatal depression

Untreated postnatal depression can affect the relationship between mother and child

Signs of postnatal depression can occur during pregnancy

The baby blues and postnatal depression is the same thing

Friends and family usually notice postnatal depression before the mum

The symptoms of postnatal depression are the same for everyone

Counselling is the preferred treatment of postnatal depression