Prenatal Development: Peripartum Depression

Question 1

What are the most critical weeks of fetal development?

Answer 1

First 13 weeks of pregnancy

Question 2

TRUE or FALSE: Most miscarriages occur within 15-28 weeks of pregnancy

Answer 2

FALSE ; They occur most during the first 13 weeks.

Question 3

What are the 3 main stages of embryonic development?
[IN ORDER]

Answer 3

• Gastrulation
• Neurulation
• Organogenesis

Question 4

STAGE OF EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT: Contains the ectoderm, mesoderm and endoderm form

Answer 4

Gastrulation

Question 5

STAGE OF EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT: Formulation of neural tissue

Answer 5

Neurulation

Question 6

STAGE OF EMBRYONIC DEVELOPMENT: Development of the organs

Answer 6

Organogenesis

Question 7

What are the 3 major milestones in fetal development?

Answer 7

• Germinal Stage
• Embryonic Stage
• Fetal Stage

Question 8

MAJOR MILESTONES of FETAL DEVELOPMENT: A stage wherein there is a division of cells and implantation of the blastocyst.

Answer 8

Germinal Stage

Question 9

MAJOR MILESTONES of FETAL DEVELOPMENT: A stage wherein there is the development of the neural tube and organs.

Answer 9

Embryonic Stage

Question 10

MAJOR MILESTONES of FETAL DEVELOPMENT: A stage wherein there is a continued growth of organs and physical development in preparation for birth.

Answer 10

Fetal Stage

Question 11

The duration of the Germinal Stage is?

Answer 11

0-2 Weeks

Question 12

The duration of the Embryonic Stage is?

Answer 12

3-8 Weeks

Question 13

The duration of the Fetal Stage is?

Answer 13

9 weeks - birth

Question 14

TRUE or FALSE: Having a depressed childbearer during pregnancy could lead to neurological problems and psychiatric disorders for the baby.

Answer 14

TRUE

Question 15

This condition or depression for the childbearer usually begins within the first 2 to 3 days after delivery and may last for up to 2 weeks.

Symptoms commonly include mood swings, crying spells, anxiety and difficulty sleeping

Answer 15

Baby Blues

Question 16

Some new childbearers may experience a more severe, long-lasting form of depression known as?

Answer 16

Postpartum Depression

Question 17

Postpartum depression is now more recently referred to as _________ because it’s recognized that it can start during pregnancy and continue after birth.

Answer 17

Peripartum Depression

Question 18

______, an extreme mood disorder, may rarely develop after childbirth.

Answer 18

Postpartum Psychosis

Question 19

Provide at least 3 symptoms of Baby Blues

Answer 19

• Mood Swings
• Anxiety
• Sadness
• Irritability
• Feeling Overwhelmed
• Crying
• Reduced Concentration
• Appetite Problems
• Trouble Sleeping

Question 20

TRUE or FALSE: Baby Blues is a short-lasting condition that requires medical attention.

Answer 20

FALSE ; Medical attention is unnecessary.

Question 21

Emotional and physically debilitating condition or disorder that may continue for months or more wherein getting treatment is important for both the childbearer and their child.

Answer 21

Peripartum Depression

Question 22

TRUE or FALSE: Nearly two-thirds of women with peripartum depression also have anxiety disorders.

Answer 22

TRUE

Question 23

TRUE or FALSE: Can the other parent experience peripartum depression?

Answer 23

TRUE

Question 24

Provide atleast one out of the four antidepressant options one can take during pregnancy.

Answer 24

• SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
• SNRIs (Serotonin and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors)
• Wellbutrin (Bupropion)
• TCAs (Tricylic Antidepressants)