Postnatal depression 'unpreventable'
In other news, the results of a literature review have cast doubt on the
value of psychosocial and psychological interventions for the prevention of
postpartum depression.
In her analysis of 15 trials, involving a total of 7697 women, Cindy-Lee
Dennis, from the University of Toronto in Canada, found no overall
statistically significant effect of all the types of interventions studied,
including psychosocial activities, such as antenatal or postnatal classes,
and psychological interventions, such as interpersonal psychotherapy, on
rates of postnatal depression.
Despite this negative result, they did observe a potential reduction in the
condition in certain groups of patients, including those considered already
at risk. "The most promising intervention is the provision of intensive,
professionally based postpartum support," they add.
Leanne Wynne
Midwife in charge of "Women's Business"
Mildura Aboriginal Health Service Mob 0418 371862
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