PERSONAL BLOG
Antenatal depression
What is antenatal depression❓
Feeling low of mood with pregnant women 🤰
What are the symptoms of antenatal depression❓
Loss of interest in everyday activities 😞
Constantly feeling down, low mood and tearful
Feeling guilt or being a ‘bad’ mother 😞
Keeping alone and not speaking to friends or family
How do you diagnose antenatal depression❓
Having classical symptoms
Individual will go through questionnaire in consultation
Review medication 💊
How do you treat antenatal depression❓
Seek specialist advice
Antidepressant medications 💊
Psychological treatments such as different forms of therapy/counselling 🧠
Follow up sessions
Why should I worry about antenatal and postnatal depression❓
Complications in pregnancy with mother and child 🤰
Increased risk of self-harm