How do I know if my friend has postpartum depression?
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Updated: Jun 4, 2022
Greatlistener87
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Mar 24, 2016
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If your friends character really changes the moment she steps into motherhood. The definition of postpartum depression is: depression suffered by a mother following childbirth, typically arising from the combination of hormonal changes, psychological adjustment to motherhood, and fatigue.
Mia27Elephants
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Mar 24, 2016
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If your friends mood really changed going into motherhood. If you are really worried tell her to go talk to her doctor she might have a hormonal imbalance.
Anonymous
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Mar 26, 2016
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Without medical advice you cannot diagnose her, you an only be there for her and offer advice when needed, Maybe you can suggest taking her to a doctor.
hopefulLight92
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Apr 3, 2016
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There are some classic signs about postpartum depression. You can search for them online and if you feel that your friend demonstrates them, you can talk to her directly. You can also share your concren with her family.
AshcoSensei
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Apr 7, 2016
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Have you asked them? Or have they possibly hinted or shown possible characteristics that point to that? Makes sure to discuss it with your friend. It wouldnt be good to make an assumption.
ColorfulMindHeartOfDepth
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May 3, 2016
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Have they exhibited symptoms? Has it come up in conversation and they get uncomfortable? Have they shown signs of it or brought it up? Have they told you they might have it?
MadnessTrash
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May 13, 2016
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The internet has lots of useful websites. health.gov is a website than can help identify the symptoms.
Anonymous
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May 14, 2016
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It is depression right after childbirth, The symptoms of Postpartum depression are signs such as Difficulty bonding with their new baby, Anger, Sadness, Etc. The same symptoms as regular depression except it happens right after the mother gives birth to her new child.
Anonymous
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May 22, 2016
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Try and recomed them to see a doctor, if not be there for them if they need someone to lend an ear to help
HereToHelpYou742
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May 26, 2016
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People may experience:
Mood: anger, anxiety, guilt, hopelessness, inability to feel pleasure, mood swings, or panic attack
Whole body: fatigue, loss of appetite, or restlessness
Psychological: depression, fear, or repeatedly going over thoughts
Behavioral: crying or irritability
Cognitive: lack of concentration or unwanted thoughts
Weight: weight gain or weight loss
Also common: insomnia
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