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Depression screening in the pregnant soldier wellness program.

Amy L O'Boyle1, Everett F Magann, Robert E Ricks

  • 1Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, Portsmouth, VA, USA.

Southern Medical Journal
|May 19, 2005
PubMed
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Active-duty pregnant women show higher rates of depression and suicidal ideation compared to the general population. Screening for these conditions should be a standard practice in prenatal care.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Mental Health in Military Populations
  • Perinatal Mental Health

Background:

  • Depression rates during pregnancy can reach 13%, and postpartum rates range from 12-22%.
  • Postpartum suicidal ideation affects nearly 7% of women.
  • Understanding mental health in active-duty pregnant populations is crucial.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of depression in active-duty, low-risk pregnant women.
  • To assess rates of suicidal ideation in this demographic.
  • Utilized the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale for screening.

Main Methods:

  • 82 active-duty women receiving prenatal care were enrolled.
  • Screening questionnaires were administered from April 2002 to March 2003.

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  • A total of 97 questionnaires were completed (71 antepartum, 26 postpartum).

    • Main Results:

    • 24% of women screened positive for depression during pregnancy.
    • 19% screened positive for depression postpartum.
    • Suicidal ideation was reported by 11% antepartum and 15% postpartum.

    Conclusions:

    • Active-duty pregnant women exhibit higher depression and suicidal ideation rates than nonmilitary populations.
    • Routine screening for perinatal depression and suicidal ideation is recommended.
    • This suggests a need for tailored mental health support in military prenatal care.