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Late postpartum depression and associated factors: community-based cross-sectional study
Lema Fikadu Wedajo1, Solomon Seyife Alemu2,3, Mohammedamin Hajure Jarso4
1Department of Midwifery, Mattu University College of medical and Health Sciences, Mattu, Ethiopia. lemafika2014@gmail.com.
BMC Women'S Health
|May 23, 2023
Summary
Late postpartum depression affects nearly 23% of mothers in Ethiopia. Key risk factors include husband
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Health
- Mental Health
- Public Health
Background:
- Late postpartum depression (LPD) presents significant challenges for mothers and families.
- Limited data exists on LPD prevalence and associated factors in Ethiopia.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of late postpartum depression.
- To identify factors associated with late postpartum depression in Arba Minch town, Ethiopia.
Main Methods:
- A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted with 479 postpartum mothers.
- Data was collected via pre-tested questionnaires administered by face-to-face interviewers.
- Binary logistic regression analysis identified statistically significant associated factors (p < 0.05).
Main Results:
- The prevalence of late postpartum depression was 22.98%.
- Significant associated factors included husband's Khat use, partner dissatisfaction with baby's gender, short inter-delivery interval, difficulty meeting husband's sexual needs, postpartum intimate partner violence, and low social support.
Conclusions:
- A substantial proportion of mothers experience late postpartum depression in the study area.
- Interventions targeting identified risk factors are crucial for maternal mental health in Ethiopia.
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