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Antenatal Depression in a Tertiary Care Hospital.
Amar D Bavle1, Asha S Chandahalli1, Akshay S Phatak1
1Department of Psychiatry, Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine
|March 25, 2016
Summary
Antenatal depression affects 12.3% of pregnant women. Risk factors include unplanned pregnancy and distress from financial or social issues, highlighting the need for early intervention.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Psychiatry
- Mental Health Research
Background:
- Antenatal depression is prevalent but often undetected.
- Early identification and intervention are crucial for maternal well-being.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of antenatal depression.
- To identify associated risk factors for timely diagnosis and treatment.
Main Methods:
- Prospective, cross-sectional study of 318 pregnant women (aged 18-40) in a tertiary care hospital.
- Utilized Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS), Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-IV, Life Event Stress Scale (LESS), and Life Distress Inventory (LDI).
Main Results:
- The prevalence of antenatal depression was found to be 12.3%.
- Significant risk factors included unplanned pregnancy, distress related to relationships, physical health, finances, social life, personality disorders, homemaker status, and higher education.
Conclusions:
- The study confirms a significant prevalence of antenatal depression.
- Identified key risk factors provide targets for early screening and intervention strategies.
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