postpartum depression/ psychosis Flashcards
1
Q
when does postpartum psychosis take place?
A
within the first 2 weeks postpartum
2
Q
what symptoms occur during postpartum psychosis?
A
paranoia, delusions ( capgras), hallucinations, mania and depression
capgras is the delusion that a close person is replaced by an imposter
3
Q
treatment for postpartum psychosis
A
- antipsychotic meds- olanzapine and quetiapine
- mood stabilisers
- mother and baby unit
4
Q
when does postpartum depression occur ?
A
up to 1 year of childbirth
peaks at 3m
5
Q
what are the diagnoses factors for postpartum psychosis?
A
10/30 on the ediburgh scale
6
Q
what is the treatment for postpartum psyhcosis?
A
CBT or IPT
moderate SSRIs - sertraline and paroxetine
severe- mother and baby unit
