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  • Obstetrics
  • Perinatal Mental Health

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  • Postpartum psychosis (PP) is a severe mental health condition affecting mothers after childbirth.
  • Identifying risk factors is crucial for timely intervention and improved patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify significant risk factors associated with the development of postpartum psychosis (PP).

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, case-control study involving 100 patients with PP and healthy controls.
  • Explored sociodemographic, family history, pregnancy, perinatal, and spousal presence factors.
  • Statistical analysis using chi-square and Fisher's exact tests.

Main Results:

  • Younger maternal age (<25 years), primiparity, and lower per capita income (<5000 INR) were significantly associated with PP.
  • Increased rates of maternal complications during the perinatal period and neonatal complications were observed in patients with PP.
  • Absence of the husband during the peripartum phase was more common in the PP group.

Conclusions:

  • Key risk factors for postpartum psychosis include younger maternal age, lower socioeconomic status, perinatal and neonatal complications, and lack of spousal support.
  • These findings highlight critical areas for risk assessment and targeted support strategies in postpartum care.