Post-partum Depression

Question 1

What is the difference between Post-partum depression and Post-partum blues?

Answer 1

1) Post-partum Blues does NOT have 5+ findings on SIG-E-CAPS
2) Post-partum Blues resolve within 2 weeks

Question 2

What is the treatment for mild to moderate post-partum depression?

Answer 2

CBT- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Seeing a psychologist)

Question 3

If Congnative Behavioral therapy is what medications should be considered for breastfeeding mother?

Answer 3

SSRIs: Paroxetine (Paxil) or Sertraline (Zoloft)

Question 4

What is the diagnostic criteria for Post-partum Depression?

Answer 4

1) 5+ symptoms of SIG-E-CAPS for at least 2 weeks

2) Within 1 year of delivery

Question 5

What is the assessment tool for Postpartum Depression?

Answer 5

Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale

Question 6

What is the time requirement for a post-partum depression diagnosis?

Answer 6

2 weeks of symptoms