Postnatal Depression Facts & Myths

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1. Untreated postnatal depression can affect the relationship between mother and child

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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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2. Postnatal depression is a permanent illness

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

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3. Counselling is the preferred treatment of postnatal depression

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

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4. The symptoms of postnatal depression are the same for everyone

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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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5. Medication is the only form of treatment

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

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6. Friends and family usually notice postnatal depression before the mum

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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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7. Men can suffer a form of postnatal depression

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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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8. Signs of postnatal depression can occur during pregnancy

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

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9. The baby blues and postnatal depression is the same thing

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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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10. Hormone levels are the sole cause of postnatal depression

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

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Untreated postnatal depression can affect the relationship between...
Postnatal depression is a permanent illness
Counselling is the preferred treatment of postnatal depression
The symptoms of postnatal depression are the same for everyone
Medication is the only form of treatment
Friends and family usually notice postnatal depression before the mum
Men can suffer a form of postnatal depression
Signs of postnatal depression can occur during pregnancy
The baby blues and postnatal depression is the same thing
Hormone levels are the sole cause of postnatal depression
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