Peripartum (Postpartum) Depression

Mary Kimmel, M.D., Jennifer Payne, M.D.

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DEFINITION

Major depression with peripartum onset (includes postpartum depression)
"Peripartum depression" refers to a major depressive episode that occurs during pregnancy or within 4 weeks following delivery.
"Postpartum depression" refers to an episode of major depression that begins within the first 4 weeks after delivery.

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DEFINITION

Major depression with peripartum onset (includes postpartum depression)
"Peripartum depression" refers to a major depressive episode that occurs during pregnancy or within 4 weeks following delivery.
"Postpartum depression" refers to an episode of major depression that begins within the first 4 weeks after delivery.

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